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What does a probability value of 0 signify?
What defines two events as independent?
Mutually exclusive events can occur at the same time.
False
Dependent events have no effect on the probability of each other occurring.
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What is the sample space in a probability experiment?
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In a tree diagram for three students asked if they like statistics, the outcomes can be 'Yes' and _____
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How is classical probability assessed?
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The odds for an event can be expressed as __ to __.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following is an example of an event of interest?
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Match the type of probability assessment with its definition:
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If a company has 3 male and 7 female employees, what is the probability of selecting a female?
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A probability value can exceed 1.
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The probability of Audrey passing is 0.4.
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The universal set is represented by the symbol _____ and is defined as all numbers less than or equal to 10.
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What is the probability that both Audrey and Sarah passed their test?
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The odds against the removal of import restrictions are expressed as :.
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What is the combined probability that neither Audrey nor Sarah passed?
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Study Notes
Probability Fundamentals
- Probability measures the chance of a specific event occurring, ranging from 0 (impossible) to 1 (certain).
- A probability of 1 indicates absolute certainty, while 0 signifies no chance of occurrence.
Experiments and Sample Spaces
- An experiment produces outcomes that are not predictable in advance.
- Sample Space is the collection of all possible outcomes from an experiment.
- For example, surveying three students about liking statistics leads to outcomes: ‘No’ and ‘Yes’.
Venn Diagrams
- Venn diagrams visually express sample spaces and events.
- The universal set (sample space) is represented as a rectangle, while events are enclosed within circles.
- Example: A is odd numbers, B includes numbers greater than 5.
Events of Interest
- Events represent outcomes from experiments.
- For instance, in an experiment involving students arriving on time, outcomes could include getting there early, on time, or late.
Types of Events
- Mutually Exclusive Events: Two events cannot occur simultaneously (e.g., selecting a black card and a red card is mutually exclusive).
- Independent Events: The occurrence of one event does not affect the other (e.g., starting a business in different locations).
- Dependent Events: The outcome of one event impacts the probability of another (e.g., selecting employees impacts the makeup of subsequent selections).
Probability Assessment Methods
- Classical Probability: Based on the ratio of successful outcomes to total possible outcomes when events are equally likely.
- Relative Frequency Probability: Probability derived from historical data, defined as the ratio of the number of times an event occurs to the total trials.
Probability as Odds
- Probabilities can be expressed as odds, indicating likelihood for or against an event.
- Example: In the tyre industry, a 60% probability translates to odds of 3:2 for removal of restrictions and 2:3 against.
Example Calculation: Audrey and Sarah's Test
- Independent events are identified based on probabilities:
- P(Audrey passing) = 0.6, P(Sarah passing) = 0.75.
- The probability of both passing: 0.6 x 0.75 = 0.45.
- The probability of neither passing: 0.4 x 0.25 = 0.1.
- The probability of only Audrey passing: 0.6 x 0.25 = 0.15.
- The probability of only one passing: (0.6 x 0.25) + (0.4 x 0.75) = 0.45.
Rules of Probability
- Logical frameworks guide the calculation and interpretation of probability, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
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Test your knowledge on the basics of probability, including essential concepts such as sample spaces and events. This quiz covers the fundamentals that form the foundation of probability theory. Ideal for students looking to solidify their understanding of this important mathematical topic.
