At MIT there are 30% of the students are majoring in biology,30 % in mathematics, and 40% have others majors in science and engendering. Moreover, according to figures released by the registrar, the percentages of women majoring in biology, mathematics, and other science majors are 70%, 29%, and 36%, respectively. Suppose Justin meets Anna at a fraternity party. What is the probability that Anna is a math major?

At MIT there are 30% of the students are majoring in biology,30 % in mathematics, and 40% have others majors in science and engendering. Moreover, according to figures released by the registrar, the percentages of women majoring in biology, mathematics, and other science majors are 70%, 29%, and 36%, respectively. Suppose Justin meets Anna at a fraternity party. What is the probability that Anna is a math major?

A First Course in Probability (10th Edition)

10th Edition

ISBN:9780134753119

Author:Sheldon Ross

Publisher:Sheldon Ross

Chapter1: Combinatorial Analysis

Section: Chapter Questions

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