Mutually Exclusive and Complementary Events

Reason For Learning

Identifying mutually exclusive events allows one to calculate probabilities more simply. In addition, identifying complementary events allows one to calculate the probability of an event not happening.

Learning Intention

Students will learn how to identify mutually exclusive and complementary events. They will use this knowledge to calculate probabilities involving these types of events.

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ACMSP246 Level 10

Describe the results of two and three-step chance experiments, both with and without replacements, assign probabilities to outcomes and determine probabilities of events. Investigate the concept of independence