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The probability of Shirley getting an A in math is 0.65, and the probability of her getting an A in science is 0.62. What is the probability that Shirley gets an A in both courses

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Answer:

.403

Explanation:

We want the total probability of both events happening. These are independent events, so we have to multiply them together.

.65 * .62 = .403 chance of her getting an A in both courses

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