Compound Events

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What is sample space?

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All of the Outcomes

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How many different midsize cars can the Standard Automotive car company produce if it offers 2 doors, 4 doors, or as a convertible, with 3 exterior colors and 2 interior colors?

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18

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What is experimental probability?

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The probability based on the results of a series of trials.

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What are the possible results of an experiment called?

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Outcomes

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What is an event that consists of two or more events?

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Compound event

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What is the definition of a compound event?

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An event that combines two or more simple events.

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What is the formula for calculating the total number of outcomes in a compound event?

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Multiply the number of outcomes for each individual event.

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What is the difference between independent and dependent events?

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Independent events do not affect each other's outcomes, while dependent events do.

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What is the probability of an event?

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The likelihood of that event occurring, expressed as a fraction or percentage.

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What is a simple event?

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An event that consists of a single outcome.