In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 85, the probability that event B occurs is 94, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 185. Are A and B independent events? Choices: (A) yes (B) no
Q. In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 85, the probability that event B occurs is 94, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 185. 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)=85,P(B)=94.P(A)×P(B)=(85)×(94)=7220=185.
Compare Probabilities: Compare P(A∩B) with P(A)×P(B).P(A∩B)=185, P(A)×P(B)=185.Since they are equal, A and B are independent.