Math Problem Statement

Find the probability that event A OR B will occur

Find the probability that event A or B will occur.

Solution

The problem asks for the probability that event AA or BB will occur, represented as P(AB)P(A \cup B). This is the probability of the union of events AA and BB.

From the Venn diagram in the image, the probabilities associated with each part of the events are:

  • Probability of event AA alone: 415\frac{4}{15}
  • Probability of event BB alone: 215\frac{2}{15}
  • Probability of the intersection of events AA and BB (i.e., ABA \cap B): 215\frac{2}{15}

The formula for the union of two events is:

P(AB)=P(A)+P(B)P(AB)P(A \cup B) = P(A) + P(B) - P(A \cap B)

Now, using the values from the diagram:

P(AB)=715+415215P(A \cup B) = \frac{7}{15} + \frac{4}{15} - \frac{2}{15}

Let me calculate that.The probability that event AA or BB will occur is P(AB)=0.6P(A \cup B) = 0.6, or 610\frac{6}{10} or 60%.

Would you like further details on this or have any questions?

Here are five related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the difference between independent and mutually exclusive events?
  2. How would you calculate the probability if events AA and BB were mutually exclusive?
  3. What is the probability of ABA \cap B based on the diagram?
  4. How does the formula for the union of three events differ from the formula for two events?
  5. Can the probability of P(AB)P(A \cup B) ever be greater than 1?

Tip: For overlapping events like these, always remember to subtract the intersection to avoid double-counting shared outcomes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Probability
Set Theory
Union of Events

Formulas

P(A ∪ B) = P(A) + P(B) - P(A ∩ B)

Theorems

Union of two events theorem in probability

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12