Let S = {X1, X2, X3, X4, X5} be a sample space. a. List two simple events for S. b. List an event for S that is not simple. c. Assume S is an equiprobable space with probability function P(A). If Si is a simple event, then find P(Si). Also find P({X1, X3, X5}.

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Let S = {X1, X2, X3, X4, X5} be a sample space.
a. List two simple events for S.
b. List an event for S that is not simple.
c. Assume S is an equiprobable space with probability function P(A). If Si
is a simple event, then find P(Si). Also find P({X1, X3, X5}.
Transcribed Image Text:Let S = {X1, X2, X3, X4, X5} be a sample space. a. List two simple events for S. b. List an event for S that is not simple. c. Assume S is an equiprobable space with probability function P(A). If Si is a simple event, then find P(Si). Also find P({X1, X3, X5}.
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