One card is drawn at random from 52. What is the probability it is a face card (Jack, Queen, or King)?
Aptitude
Probability
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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A1/4
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B3/13
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C1/13
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D2/13
Answer
Correct Answer: 3/13
Explanation
Given data
- Face cards per suit: J, Q, K ⇒ 3 per suit.
- Number of suits = 4.
Concept/ApproachTotal face cards = 3 × 4 = 12; equally likely draws from 52.
Step-by-step calculationProbability = 12/52 = 3/13
Verification/AlternativeNon-face (A, 2–10) count: 13 − 3 = 10 per suit ⇒ 40 non-face; 12 face; 12/52 = 3/13.
Common pitfallsIncluding Aces as face cards; in this context they are not.
Final Answer3/13