Math Problem Statement

If the probability that event E will occur is 1/7, what is the probability that E will not occur? (Enter your probability as a fraction.)

Solution

The probability of an event not occurring is given by:

P(not E)=1P(E)P(\text{not } E) = 1 - P(E)

Here, the probability of event EE occurring is:

P(E)=17P(E) = \frac{1}{7}

So the probability of EE not occurring is:

P(not E)=117=7717=67P(\text{not } E) = 1 - \frac{1}{7} = \frac{7}{7} - \frac{1}{7} = \frac{6}{7}

Thus, the probability that EE will not occur is:

67\boxed{\frac{6}{7}}


Would you like further clarification or examples? Here are some follow-up questions to deepen understanding:

  1. How is the concept of complementary probability used in real-life scenarios?
  2. What happens if P(E)P(E) is equal to 0 or 1?
  3. Can the probability of an event ever exceed 1? Why or why not?
  4. How would this calculation change if P(E)P(E) was given as a decimal or percentage?
  5. Why does the sum of probabilities of an event and its complement always equal 1?

Tip: Always double-check your calculations to ensure the probabilities add up to 1 when dealing with complementary events.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Probability
Complementary Events

Formulas

P(not E) = 1 - P(E)

Theorems

Complementary Probability Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8