In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 83, the probability that event B occurs is 74, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 143. Are A and B independent events? Choices: (A) yes (B) no
Q. In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 83, the probability that event B occurs is 74, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 143. Are A and B independent events? Choices: (A) yes (B) no
Calculate Probability Product: Calculate P(A)×P(B) to see if it equals P(A∩B).P(A)=83, P(B)=74.P(A)×P(B)=(83)×(74)=5612=143.
Compare Probabilities: Compare P(A∩B) with P(A)×P(B).P(A∩B)=143, P(A)×P(B)=143.Since they are equal, A and B are independent events.