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The probability that a man will live 10 more years is `1//4` and the probability that his wife will live 10 more years is `1//3`. Then the probability that neither will be alive in 10 years, is

A

`(5)/(12)`

B

`(1)/(2)`

C

`(7)/(12)`

D

`(2)/(3)`

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