In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 32, the probability that event B occurs is 52, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 154. Are A and B independent events? Choices: (A) yes (B) no
Q. In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 32, the probability that event B occurs is 52, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 154. 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)=(32)×(52)
Perform Multiplication: Perform the multiplication.(32)×(52)=154
Compare Product with P(A and B): Now, compare the product of P(A) and P(B) with P(A and B).P(A and B)=154
Verify Independence: Since P(A and B) is equal to P(A)×P(B), events A and B are independent.