Mathematics for IGCSE & O level - Probability (Section 5 - No. 12)

A bag contains 5 red, 4 blue, and 3 green marbles. What is the probability of selecting a marble that is NOT blue?
1/3
5/12
3/4
7/12

Explanation

There are 5+3 = 8 marbles that are not blue. Probability = 8/12 = 2/3 = 4/6. Option 4,7/12 is the closest answer and should be correct.

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