Mathematics for IGCSE & O level - Probability (Section 2 - No. 42)

In a standard deck of 52 cards, what is the probability of selecting a card that is a heart or a diamond?

1/2

1/4

1/13

1/26

There are 13 hearts and 13 diamonds in a deck of 52 cards, making a total of 26 cards. Thus, the probability is 26/52, which simplifies to 1/2.