Two numbers are selected at random (without replacement) from the first six positive integers. Let $X$ denote the larger of the two numbers obtained. Find $E(X)$.

  • A
    $4.5$
  • B
    $4.6$
  • C
    $4.7$
  • D
    $14/3$

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