The probability of drawing a king or a spade from a deck of cards is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The probability of drawing a king or a spade from a deck of cards is:
A. 1/4
B. 1/13
C. 17/52
D. 4/13
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
4 kings + 13 spades - 1 king of spades = 16 favorable, probability = 16/52 = 4/13.

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