Probability using a deck o' cards

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The discussion revolves around calculating the probability that all aces in a shuffled deck of cards appear before any tens. The initial probability of drawing an ace is noted as 4/52, but the poster struggles with how to proceed from there. They mention a related problem involving drawing five red cards, which utilizes the binomial theorem, but find it challenging to apply the same approach here. The poster questions the relevance of the other cards in the deck and considers a simplified scenario with just eight cards. Overall, they seek guidance on how to approach the probability calculation effectively.
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Homework Statement


A deck of cards is shuffled and the cards are turned up one at a time. What is the probability that all the aces will appear before any of the tens?


Homework Equations


No equations that I know of are useful here...


The Attempt at a Solution


This problem is one that deals without replacement due to the unspoken assumption. Ergo, the initial probability of drawing an ace off the top of the deck is 4/52. I am not sure where to go from here. I have a similar problem concerning drawing 10 cards and finding the probability of drawing five red cards without replacement. This example uses the binomial theorem, but I am having a hard time using that theorem here...

Any helpful suggestions? Thanks for your time and help in advance! Much appreciated!
 
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Do the other cards in the deck really matter? Suppose there are just 8 cards, 4 aces and 4 tens?
 
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