Question

The probability that John will drive to school is 0.36 , the probability that he will ride with friends is 0.11 , and the probability that his parents will take him is 0.53 . He is not allowed to have passengers in the car when he is driving. What is the probability that John will have company on the way to school?

Answer 1

0.64 = 64% probability that John will have company on the way to school

Explanation:

John will have company when:

He rides with his friends(0.11 probability).

His parents take him(0.53 probability).

What is the probability that John will have company on the way to school?

0.11 + 0.53 = 0.64

0.64 = 64% probability that John will have company on the way to school