what is the probability of making 2 more shots?

In the past, Fred has made four out of every five free throws in basketball that he has attempted.  What is the probability that Fred will make the next two free throws he attempts?
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His chance of another free throw based on past performance is 4/5. His chance that the next two attempts will give him free throws is 4/5*4/5=16/25 or 64%.

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