Question

the letters that form the word mississippi are placed in a bowl. what are the odds of choosing a t letter.

Explanation:

Step1: Count total letters

The word "MISSISSIPPI" has 11 letters.

Step2: Count number of 'I's

There are 4 'I's in "MISSISSIPPI".

Step3: Calculate number of non - 'I's

Number of non - 'I's = 11 - 4=7.

Step4: Determine odds

Odds of choosing an 'I' is the ratio of the number of 'I's to the number of non - 'I's. So the odds are 4:7.

Answer:

4:7