In probability, the sample space for drawing one card from a standard deck has how many outcomes? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In probability, the sample space for drawing one card from a standard deck has how many outcomes?

A. 4

B. 13

C. 52

D. 26

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

A standard deck has 52 distinct cards (4 suits × 13 ranks), so the sample space for a single draw contains 52 equally likely elementary outcomes.

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