A The events are independent because it does not matter in which order the two drawings occur. B The probability of drawing the second red marble is greater than the probability of drawing the first red. marble. C The events are dependent but would be independent if the first marble were replaced. D The outcome of the second draw depends on the outcome of the first draw.

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Chapter11: Data Analysis And Probability
Section11.8: Probabilities Of Disjoint And Overlapping Events
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A bag has 4 blue and 5 red marbles. One marble is drawn and set aside, and then a second marble is drawn. Consider the probabilities of drawing a red marble and then drawing a second red marble. Which of the following statements are true about this situation? Select all that apply.
A The events are independent because it does not matter in
which order the two drawings occur.
B
The probability of drawing the second red marble is
greater than the probability of drawing the first red.
marble.
C
The events are dependent but would be independent if
the first marble were replaced.
D
The outcome of the second draw depends on the outcome
of the first draw.
Transcribed Image Text:A The events are independent because it does not matter in which order the two drawings occur. B The probability of drawing the second red marble is greater than the probability of drawing the first red. marble. C The events are dependent but would be independent if the first marble were replaced. D The outcome of the second draw depends on the outcome of the first draw.
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