the probabilities that Kojo and Adwoa will pass an examination are 3/4 and 3/5 respectively. Find the probability that both will fail the examination

Sudden Def asked Aug 7, 2022

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Assuming that their exam success is independent then
P(both fail) = 1/4 x 2/5 = 2/20 or 1/10

Oharlem answered Aug 12, 2022

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