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If P(A) = 0.7 and P(B) = 0.5, but P(A ∩ B) = 0.4, are A and B independent or dependent?
If P(A) = 0.7 and P(B) = 0.5, but P(A ∩ B) = 0.4, are A and B independent or dependent?
- Independent, because P(A ∩ B) is smaller than P(A).
- Dependent, because P(A ∩ B) does not equal P(A) × P(B). (correct)
- Dependent, because P(A ∩ B) equals P(A) × P(B).
- Independent, because P(A ∩ B) is greater than P(A) + P(B).
Why is P(B|A) = P(B) true for independent events?
Why is P(B|A) = P(B) true for independent events?
- Because independent events always occur together.
- Because P(A) is always equal to P(B).
- Because the occurrence of A does not change the probability of B. (correct)
- Because P(A ∩ B) = 0 for independent events.
If P(A ∩ B) = 0, can A and B still be dependent?
If P(A ∩ B) = 0, can A and B still be dependent?
- No, because P(A ∩ B) = 0 means the events cannot influence each other.
- Yes, because mutual exclusivity implies dependence. (correct)
- No, because dependence requires that P(A ∩ B) > 0.
- Yes, because dependence does not require overlap.
How do you determine if two events A and B are independent?
How do you determine if two events A and B are independent?
What does it mean for events A and B to be mutually exclusive?
What does it mean for events A and B to be mutually exclusive?
In the context of probabilities, what does the term 'complement' refer to?
In the context of probabilities, what does the term 'complement' refer to?
Are events A and B dependent when one is influenced by the occurrence of the other?
Are events A and B dependent when one is influenced by the occurrence of the other?
What is the correct formula for finding the probability of the union of two events A and B?
What is the correct formula for finding the probability of the union of two events A and B?
When calculating the probability of two dependent events, which formula is applicable?
When calculating the probability of two dependent events, which formula is applicable?
What happens to the probability calculation when two events are mutually exclusive?
What happens to the probability calculation when two events are mutually exclusive?
In a situation where P(A) = 0.5 and P(B) = 0.4, and P(A ∩ B) = 0.2, are A and B independent?
In a situation where P(A) = 0.5 and P(B) = 0.4, and P(A ∩ B) = 0.2, are A and B independent?
Why is it important to account for overlapping probabilities when dealing with non-mutually exclusive events?
Why is it important to account for overlapping probabilities when dealing with non-mutually exclusive events?
If the probability of passing both subjects is 50%, what does this indicate about the events?
If the probability of passing both subjects is 50%, what does this indicate about the events?
What is the correct relationship between the joint probability of two independent events and their individual probabilities?
What is the correct relationship between the joint probability of two independent events and their individual probabilities?
Given P(A ∪ B) = 0.8, P(A) = 0.5, and P(B) = 0.4, what is the value of P(A ∩ B)?
Given P(A ∪ B) = 0.8, P(A) = 0.5, and P(B) = 0.4, what is the value of P(A ∩ B)?
What does the conditional probability P(B|A) signify when events A and B are dependent?
What does the conditional probability P(B|A) signify when events A and B are dependent?
Why do mutually exclusive events have a joint probability of zero?
Why do mutually exclusive events have a joint probability of zero?
If P(A ∩ B) = 0 and P(A ∪ B) = 0.6, which statement about events A and B is accurate?
If P(A ∩ B) = 0 and P(A ∪ B) = 0.6, which statement about events A and B is accurate?
With P(A) = 0.4, P(B) = 0.5, and P(A ∪ B) = 0.7, what is the value of P(A ∩ B)?
With P(A) = 0.4, P(B) = 0.5, and P(A ∪ B) = 0.7, what is the value of P(A ∩ B)?
What is the reason behind subtracting P(A ∩ B) when calculating P(A ∪ B)?
What is the reason behind subtracting P(A ∩ B) when calculating P(A ∪ B)?
If P(A|B) = 0.5 and P(B) = 0.2, what does this imply about P(A ∩ B)?
If P(A|B) = 0.5 and P(B) = 0.2, what does this imply about P(A ∩ B)?
Why is conditional probability limited to a reduced sample space?
Why is conditional probability limited to a reduced sample space?
Flashcards
Independent Events
Independent Events
Two events where the occurrence of one does not affect the probability of the other.
Dependent Events
Dependent Events
Two events where the occurrence of one affects the probability of the other.
P(A ∩ B)
P(A ∩ B)
Probability of both A and B occurring.
Independent events condition
Independent events condition
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P(B|A)
P(B|A)
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Mutually Exclusive Events
Mutually Exclusive Events
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Conditional Probability
Conditional Probability
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Probability of intersection (independent events)
Probability of intersection (independent events)
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Probability of intersection (dependent events)
Probability of intersection (dependent events)
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Joint Probability
Joint Probability
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Independence Formula
Independence Formula
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Conditional Probability Formula
Conditional Probability Formula
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Mutually Exclusive P(A ∩ B)
Mutually Exclusive P(A ∩ B)
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Study Notes
Probability Concepts: Independence and Dependence
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Independent Events: Two events are independent if the occurrence of one does not affect the probability of the other occurring. For independent events, P(A ∩ B) = P(A) × P(B).
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Dependent Events: Two events are dependent if the occurrence of one affects the probability of the other. For dependent events, P(A ∩ B) ≠P(A) × P(B). The conditional probability P(B|A) represents the likelihood of B occurring given that A has occurred.
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Mutually Exclusive Events: Two events are mutually exclusive if they cannot occur at the same time. For mutually exclusive events, P(A ∩ B) = 0, but this doesn't mean they are independent. Knowing one event occurred changes the probability of the other.
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Conditional Probability (P(B|A)): This represents the likelihood of event B occurring given that event A has already occurred. It is calculated as P(B ∩ A) / P(A).
Calculating Joint Probability (P(A ∩ B))
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Independent Events: The joint probability is the product of the individual probabilities, P(A ∩ B) = P(A) × P(B).
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Dependent Events: The joint probability is calculated using the conditional probability formula: P(A ∩ B) = P(A) × P(B|A).
Understanding Probability of Union (P(A ∪ B))
- General Addition Rule: P(A ∪ B) = P(A) + P(B) - P(A ∩ B). This rule accounts for the overlap between the events.
Key Takeaways for Independence
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If P(A ∩ B) = 0, the events are mutually exclusive, in which case they cannot be independent (i.e., occurrence of one changes the odds of the other.)
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If the probability of the intersection of two events equals the multiplication of their individual probabilities, the events are independent
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Test your understanding of probability concepts, focusing on independent and dependent events. This quiz covers the definitions, properties, and calculations related to conditional and joint probabilities. Challenge yourself to differentiate between mutually exclusive and independent events.
