The probability that a tennis set will go to a tie-breaker is 14%. What is the probability that two of three sets will go to tie-breakers?
A)0.051
B)0.14
C)0.311
D)0.0196

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The probability of two sets going to tie-breakers is calculated using the binomial probability formula: P(X=k) = C(n,k) * p^k * (1-p)^(n-k), where n=3, k=2, and p=0.14. This results in 3 * (0.14)^2 * (0.86)^1 = 0.051.

The Probability That a Tennis Set Will Go to a Tie-Breaker