Question

Tell if the events are independent or dependent. Explain your reasoning.

Each letter of the word PROBABILITY is written on a card and placed in a bag. A P is drawn from the bag and it is not replaced. Then a B is drawn.

A.
The events are dependent, because the events affect each other.

B.
The events are dependent, because the events do not affect each other.

C.
The events are independent, because the events affect each other.

D.
The events are independent, because the events do not affect each other.