The probability that Ben gains admission into the university is 1/3 and that of Ama is 2/5. Find the probability that: (a) both gain admission, (b) one gains admission, (c) none gain admission, (d) at least one gains admission.

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The probability that Ben gains admission into the university is 1/3 and that of Ama is 2/5.

Find the probability that:

(a) both gain admission,

(b) one gains admission,

(c) none gain admission,

(d) at least one gains admission.

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