Q.2 Tom and Dick are going to take a driver's test at the nearest RTO office. Tom estimates that his chances to pass the test are 70% and Dick estimates his as 80%. Tom and Dick take their tests independently. What is the probability that at most one of the two friends will pass the test? and what is the probability that at least one of the two friends will pass the test? (5+ 5 marks)

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Q.2 Tom and Dick are going to take a driver's test at the nearest RTO office. Tom estimates that
his chances to pass the test are 70% and Dick estimates his as 80%. Tom and Dick take their
tests independently. What is the probability that at most one of the two friends will pass the
test? and what is the probability that at least one of the two friends will pass the test? (5+ 5
marks)
Transcribed Image Text:Q.2 Tom and Dick are going to take a driver's test at the nearest RTO office. Tom estimates that his chances to pass the test are 70% and Dick estimates his as 80%. Tom and Dick take their tests independently. What is the probability that at most one of the two friends will pass the test? and what is the probability that at least one of the two friends will pass the test? (5+ 5 marks)
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