odds are a tough way to present a wager. I often mistake the syntax. you had it right the first time ;) the : implies the inclusive form 3:1, 3 out of 4 trials

odds are a tough way to present a wager. I often mistake the syntax. you had it right the first time ;) the : implies the inclusive form 3:1, 3 out of 4 trials in your favor vs 1 out of 4 trials in my favor. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odds http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odds Also, no bet, but good luck to you and your charity.