In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 71, the probability that event B occurs is 72, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 492. Are A and B independent events? Choices: (A) yes (B) no
Q. In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 71, the probability that event B occurs is 72, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 492. Are A and B independent events? Choices: (A) yes (B) no
Check Independence Criteria: To check if events A and B are independent, we need to see if the probability of A and B occurring together (P(A and B)) is equal to the product of their individual probabilities (P(A)×P(B)).
Calculate Product of Probabilities: First, let's find the product of P(A) and P(B).P(A)×P(B)=71×72=492.
Compare Product to Joint Probability: Now, let's compare this product to the probability of A and B occurring together, which is given as 492.
Confirm Independence: Since P(A and B)=P(A)×P(B), the events A and B are independent.