Question

In a relay race, the probability that team Sapphire wins is 22%. In another unrelated relay race, the probability that team Emerald wins is 47%. What are the chances that both teams lose their races?
32.33%
26.71%
38.16%
41.34%
16.29%

Answer 1

You multiply the probabilities of them losing, i.e. 78% x 53%.

Answer 2

so its 41.24% @math&ing001

Answer 3

41.34%*

Answer 4

Yeah, that's what I think

Answer 5

okaay thankss(: @math&ing001

Answer 6

Welcome =)

Answer 7

the 2 events are independent of each other - that's why you multiply the probabilities.

Answer 8

yes i know that but what if one was independent and the other was dependent? @welshfella