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Published on: August 13, 2026
Out of 30 consecutive numbers, 2 are chosen at random. The probability that their sum is odd, is
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
The total number of ways in which 2 integers can be chosen from the given 30 integers is 
The sum of the selected numbers is odd if exactly one of them is even and one is odd.
∴ ∴ Favourable number of outcomes = 
Required probability 
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