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To state whether the events are mutually exclusive or not mutually exclusive and find the probability.
Answer to Problem 18PPS
The events are not mutually exclusive and the probability that Ruby chooses a kitten that is female or orange is
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The given statement is:
“Ruby’s cat had
Formula used:
The following formula is used:
Calculation :
The events are not mutually exclusive because she can have a female and orange kitten.
The probability can be calculated by;
Hence, the events are not mutually exclusive and the probability that Ruby chooses a kitten that is female or orange is
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