In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 71, the probability that event B occurs is 98, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 638. 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 98, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 638. 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, calculate the product of P(A) and P(B). P(A)×P(B)=71×98
Perform Multiplication: Now, do the multiplication.(71)×(98)=638
Compare Results: Next, compare this result to the given probability of A and B occurring together, which is P(A and B)=638.
Verify Independence: Since P(A)×P(B)=P(A and B), the events A and B are independent.