There are 8 boys and 4 girls in a lift. What is the probability that the first person who steps out of the lift will be a boy?
A
\(\frac{1}{6}\)
B
\(\frac{1}{4}\)
C
\(\frac{2}{3}\)
D
\(\frac{1}{2}\)
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Total number of people in the lift = 8 boys + 4 girls
= 12 people
probability that a boy comes out = \(\frac{8}{12}\) = \(\frac{2}{3}\)
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #57215)