The probability of India winning a test match against West Indies is $\frac{1}{2}$. Assuming independence from match to match, the probability that in a $5$ match series India's second win occurs at the third test, is

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  • A

    $\frac{2}{3}$

  • B

    $\frac{1}{2}$

  • C

    $\frac{1}{4}$

  • D

    $\frac{1}{8}$

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