College Math CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the probability of randomly selecting a number greater than 5 from a standard deck of 52 playing cards?

The correct answer is: 3/4

A standard deck of 52 playing cards consists of 13 cards in each suit (spades, hearts, clubs, and diamonds) with values ranging from 2 to 10, and face cards (Jack, Queen, King, and Ace). The face cards have a value of 10, while an Ace can have a value of either 1 or 11. However, the probability of selecting a number greater than 5 would only include the number cards from 6 to 10, excluding the face cards and Ace. Option A 1/4 is incorrect because this would be the probability of selecting a King, Queen, Jack, or Ace. Option B: 1/3 is incorrect because although it includes the number cards from 6 to 10, it also includes the face card with a value of 10. Option C: 2/