Two players A and B toss an unbiased die alternatively. He who first throws a six wins the game. If A begins, what is the probability that B wins the game?

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Two players A and B toss an unbiased die alternatively. He
who first throws a six wins the game. If A begins, what is the
probability that B wins the game?
Transcribed Image Text:Two players A and B toss an unbiased die alternatively. He who first throws a six wins the game. If A begins, what is the probability that B wins the game?
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