Question #6439828Single Choice

Geometry

Question

In a probability experiment, Event X and Event Y are defined such that P(X) = 0.4, P(Y) = 0.3, and P(X ∪ Y) = 0.7. Are X and Y mutually exclusive?

Options

A
    Yes, because P(X) + P(Y) = P(X ∪ Y)
B
    No, because P(X) + P(Y) ≠ 1
C
    No, because P(X ∩ Y) ≠ 0
D
    Yes, because P(X Y) > 0

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