If the probability of an event occurring is $3:8$,what is the probability of the event not occurring?

  • A
    $\frac{3}{5}$
  • B
    $\frac{5}{3}$
  • C
    $\frac{3}{8}$
  • D
    $\frac{5}{8}$

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