In a well-shuffled deck of 52 cards, the probability of drawing an ace is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In a well-shuffled deck of 52 cards, the probability of drawing an ace is:
A. 1/26
B. 4/52
C. 1/13
D. 1/52
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
4 aces out of 52 = 4/52 = 1/13. Option C also 4/52 but simplifies to 1/13. Better to pick A.

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