In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 94, the probability that event B occurs is 43, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 92. Are A and B independent events?Choices:(A) yes(B) no
Q. In an experiment, the probability that event A occurs is 94, the probability that event B occurs is 43, and the probability that events A and B both occur is 92. 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)=(94)×(43)
Multiply Probabilities: Now, do the multiplication.(94)×(43)=3612
Simplify Fraction: Simplify the fraction3612 to its lowest terms.3612=31
Compare Probabilities: Compare P(A and B) with P(A)×P(B).P(A and B)=92P(A)×P(B)=31
Determine Independence: Since 92 is not equal to 31, events A and B are not independent.