Understanding Conditional Probability
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When you know that one event has happened, it can change the probability that another event will happen. This is conditional probability.
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Quick Quiz
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Beginner
If the probability of rain on a given day is 0.4 and the probability of carrying an umbrella given that it rains is 0.7, what is the probability of both events occurring?
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Real-World Problem
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Sports Scenario
In a basketball game, player A makes 70% of her free throws and player B makes 60% of her free throws. If both players get a chance to make a free throw, what is the probability that both will make their shots?
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Thinking Challenge
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Think About This
If the probability of passing a math test is 0.8 and the probability of passing a science test given that the math test was passed is 0.9, what is the probability of passing both tests?
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Challenge Quiz
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Advanced
A box contains 4 red balls, 3 blue balls, and 2 green balls. If a ball is picked at random, what is the probability that the ball is red given that it is not green?
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