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If the probability of occurrence of an event is 3/7, what are the odds in favor of the event?
A3:7
B3:4
C4:3
D7:3
✓ Correct Answer: B — 3:4
Odds in favor = Favorable : Unfavorable = 3 : (7-3) = 3:4.
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