8) The probability that Olivia goes to Queen's university is 0.25. The odds in favor of Alice going to Queen's university is 3:5. Assume these are independent events. What are the odds in favor of only one of these students will go to Queen's?

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Chapter6: Ratio, Proportion, And Probability
Section6.7: Probability And Odds
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8) The probability that Olivia goes to Queen's university is 0.25. The odds in favor of Alice going to Queen's
university is 3:5. Assume these are independent events. What are the odds in favor of only one of these students
will go to Queen's?
Transcribed Image Text:8) The probability that Olivia goes to Queen's university is 0.25. The odds in favor of Alice going to Queen's university is 3:5. Assume these are independent events. What are the odds in favor of only one of these students will go to Queen's?
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