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In solving any problem, odds against A are 4 to 3 and in favour of B in solving the same is 7 to 5. The probability that problem will be solved is

A

`(5)/(21)`

B

`(16)/(21)`

C

`(15)/(84)`

D

`(69)/(84)`

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B
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