Solve the problem that involves probabilities with events that are not mutually exclusive.

Consider a political discussion group consisting of 9 Democrats, 4 Republicans, and 8 Independents. Suppose that two group members are randomly selected, in succession, to attend a political convention. Find the probability of selecting an Independent and then a Democrat.

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Solve the problem that involves probabilities with events that are not mutually exclusive.

Consider a political discussion group consisting of 9 Democrats, 4 Republicans, and 8 Independents. Suppose that two group members are randomly selected, in succession, to attend a political convention. Find the probability of selecting an Independent and then a Democrat.

anonymous · Answer

A
2/105

B
8/49

C
6/35

D
3/140

anonymous · Answer

(Probability of A)*(Probability of B given that A has happened)

anonymous · Answer

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