Display Title
Definition--Statistics and Probability Concepts--Mutually Exclusive Events
Display Title
Definition--Statistics and Probability Concepts--Mutually Exclusive Events
Mutually Exclusive Events
Topic
Statistics and Probability
Definition
Mutually exclusive events are events that cannot occur simultaneously.
Description
In probability, mutually exclusive events are crucial for understanding scenarios where the occurrence of one event precludes the occurrence of another. This concept is applied in decision-making processes, such as project management, where choosing one option excludes others. For students, grasping mutually exclusive events is important for accurately calculating probabilities and understanding the structure of probability spaces.
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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 |
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| Grade Range | 6 - 12 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Algebra • Probability and Data Analysis • Probability |
| Copyright Year | 2014 |
| Keywords | definition, Mutually Exclusive Events |
