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Two cards are drawn from a pack of 52 cards without replacement. What is the probability that both are aces?
A1/169
B1/221
C4/663
D1/26
✓ Correct Answer: B — 1/221
P(1st Ace) = 4/52. P(2nd Ace) = 3/51. Total = (4/52)*(3/51) = 1/13 * 1/17 = 1/221.
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