How to find compound probability?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for a method or formula to calculate compound probability, which typically involves finding the probability of two or more events occurring together. This may include the use of multiplication or addition rules based on whether the events are independent or dependent.
Answer
Multiply the probabilities of each event, adjusting for dependency.
Calculate the compound probability by multiplying the probability of the first event by the probability of the second event, with adjustments for dependent events.
Answer for screen readers
Calculate the compound probability by multiplying the probability of the first event by the probability of the second event, with adjustments for dependent events.
More Information
Compound probability involves interplay between individual probabilities of events. For independent events, their occurrence doesn't affect each other. For dependent events, the result of one event affects the next.
Tips
A common mistake is failing to adjust the probabilities for dependent events. Always reassess the probability after each dependent event.
Sources
- Compound probability - IXL - ixl.com
- Compound Probability - Formulas, Definition, Examples - Cuemath - cuemath.com
- Probability of Compound Events | CK-12 Foundation - flexbooks.ck12.org
