A survey of senior citizens at a doctor's office shows that 60% of the seniors take blood pressure lowering medication and 25% take cholesterol lowering medication. 15% take both medications. What is the probability that a senior citizen takes either blood pressure or cholesterol lowering medication?

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A survey of senior citizens at a doctor's office shows that 60% of the seniors take blood pressure lowering medication and 25% take cholesterol lowering medication.  15% take both medications. What is the probability that a senior citizen takes either blood pressure or cholesterol lowering medication?

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