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"Either/Or" Probability for Non-Overlapping Events

Author: Ryan Backman

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Terms to Know
Either/Or Probability for Non-Overlapping Events

The probability that either of two non-overlapping events occurs is the sum of their individual probabilities.  Also known as the "Special Addition Rule".

Formulas to Know
Either/Or Probability for Non-Overlapping Events

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