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Definition--Statistics and Probability Concepts--Compound Events
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Definition--Statistics and Probability Concepts--Compound Events

Compound Events

Compound Events

Topic

Statistics and Probability

Definition

A compound event in probability is an event that consists of two or more simple events.

Description

Compound events are important in probability as they allow for the calculation of the likelihood of multiple events occurring together, which is applicable in areas like risk assessment and decision-making. Understanding compound events helps students develop skills to analyze complex scenarios and calculate probabilities effectively.

Compound Event
Rolling two sixes is a compound event.

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Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.4, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.4
Grade Range 7 - 12
Curriculum Nodes Algebra
    • Probability and Data Analysis
        • Probability
Copyright Year 2020
Keywords probability