f the coffee makers sold in an appliance store, 5% have either a faulty switch or a defective cord, 1.9% have a faulty switch, and 1% have both defects. What is the probability that a coffee maker will have a defective cord?

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f the coffee makers sold in an appliance store,  5% have either a faulty switch or a defective cord,  1.9% have a faulty switch, and  1% have both defects. What is the probability that a coffee maker will have a defective cord?

kropot72 · Answer

% with faulty switch + % with faulty cord = 5%
% with faulty switch = 1.9%
Therefore % with faulty cord = 5% - 1.9% = ? %

anonymous · Answer

3.1%

anonymous · Answer

thanks a million, i was so confused :)

kropot72 · Answer

You're welcome :)