Asked by Valeria Muñoz Estrada on Sep 26, 2024
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If joint,marginal,and conditional probabilities are available,only joint probabilities can be used to determine whether two events are dependent or independent.
Joint Probabilities
The probability of two or more events happening at the same time, often represented as the intersection of events in probability theory.
Conditional Probabilities
The possibility of an event occurring on the basis that another particular event has taken place already.
- Distinguish between independent and dependent events in probability.
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Charlotte McElroyabout 13 hours ago
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
Joint, marginal, and conditional probabilities can all be used in various ways to determine whether two events are independent or dependent. Independence is specifically determined if the joint probability of two events equals the product of their marginal probabilities.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between independent and dependent events in probability.