Math Problem Statement

Using the Venn Diagram below, what is the conditional probability of event Q occurring, assuming that event P has already happened [P(Q|P)]?

0.55

0.73

0.05

0.75

Using the Venn Diagram below, what is the conditional probability of event Q occurring, assuming that event P has already happened [P(Q|P)]?

Solution

To calculate the conditional probability P(QP)P(Q|P), we use the formula for conditional probability:

P(QP)=P(QP)P(P)P(Q|P) = \frac{P(Q \cap P)}{P(P)}

From the Venn diagram:

  • P(QP)=0.4P(Q \cap P) = 0.4 (the intersection of PP and QQ),
  • P(P)=0.15+0.4=0.55P(P) = 0.15 + 0.4 = 0.55 (the total probability of event PP).

Now, calculate P(QP)P(Q|P):

P(QP)=0.40.550.727P(Q|P) = \frac{0.4}{0.55} \approx 0.727

So, the closest answer is 0.730.73.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 follow-up questions to consider:

  1. How would you calculate P(PQ)P(P|Q) given the diagram?
  2. What is the probability of PQP \cup Q (the union of PP and QQ)?
  3. How does the complement rule apply to this problem?
  4. What is the interpretation of conditional probability in this context?
  5. How would you calculate the independent probability of both events?

Tip: In Venn diagrams, remember to sum all areas relevant to the set to get total probabilities.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Probability
Conditional Probability
Set Theory

Formulas

P(Q|P) = P(Q ∩ P) / P(P)

Theorems

Conditional Probability Theorem
Intersection of Sets

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12