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An ellipse of eccentricity \( \frac{2\sqrt{2}}{3} \) is inscribed in a circle. A point is chosen inside the circle at random. The probability that the point lies outside the ellipse is
An ellipse of eccentricity \( \frac{2\sqrt{2}}{3} \) is inscribed in a circle. A point is chosen inside the circle at random. The probability that the point lies outside the ellipse is
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Probability with geometry = ratio of areas.
Updated On: May 1, 2026
- \( \frac{1}{3} \)
- \( \frac{2}{3} \)
- \( \frac{1}{9} \)
- \( \frac{2}{9} \)
- \( \frac{1}{27} \)
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The Correct Option is C
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