Calculating Probability of a Compound Event

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To go over some new terms related to compounding probability:
-Compound Event
-Mutually Exclusive
-Venn Diagram
-Intersection

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The vocab was defined, and I gave examples of how to calculate the probability of a compound event. If you need more examples or have questions, just ask! :D

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Tutorial

Vocab

Background: Equations and Things to Know before We Watch the Video

Example: How to Find Probability of Compound Events

A work-through of finding the probability of compound events occurring when they are mutually exclusive or not.

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Example: Making a Venn Diagram

Using the same data from the compound event video, I make a diagram to illustrate compound event probability and how to avoid double counting data when finding probability.

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