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The probability that Evan purchases a comic book from the bookstore (event A) is 0.67, and the probability that Glen purchases a comic book from the bookstore (event B) is 0.74. The probability that both Evan and Glen purchase a comic book is 0.2442. Given this information, which statement is true?

A
Events A and B are independent because P(A|B) ≠ P(A).

B.
Events A and B are independent because P(A and B) = P(A) × P(B).

C.
Events A and B are dependent because P(A and B) ≠ P(A) × P(B).

D.
Events A and B are dependent because P(A|B) = P(A).

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Answer:

B. Events A and B are independent because P(A and B) = P(A) × P(B).

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