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What does combined probability involve?

Two or more events

When should you use the AND rule?

When both events must happen

When should you use the OR rule?

When at least one event happens

What is the formula for the AND rule?

P(A)×P(B)P(A) \times P(B)

What is the formula for the OR rule?

P(A)+P(B)P(A) + P(B)

What are independent events?

Events where one doesn't affect the other

What are mutually exclusive events?

Events that can't both happen at once

What memory aid helps remember the rules?

AND means multiply, OR means add

Dave picks from 2 bags. P(P(yellow from X)=0.4)=0.4, P(P(yellow from Y)=0.25)=0.25. P(P(both yellow))?

0.10.1

A spinner has P(P(red)=0.25)=0.25 and P(P(green)=0.1)=0.1. What is P(P(red or green))?

0.350.35

What is the first step in solving complex probability problems?

Break down into separate single events

Which pairing is counter-intuitive but correct?

AND with ×\times, OR with ++

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