In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 85, the probability that event B occurs is 72, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 285. 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 72, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 285. Are A and B independent events? Choices: (A) yes (B) no
Calculate Probability: Calculate the probability of A and B occurring together if they are independent.P(A)=85, P(B)=72.P(A)×P(B)=(85)×(72)=5610=285.
Compare with Joint Probability: Compare the calculated probability with the given joint probability. P(A∩B)=285.Since P(A)×P(B)=P(A∩B), events A and B are independent.
State Conclusion: State the conclusion based on the comparison.Since the calculated probability matches the given joint probability, A and B are independent events.