ProbabilityMTP June 24 Series IQuestion 2833 of 276
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A speaks truth in 75%\displaystyle 75\% cases and B in 60%\displaystyle 60\% of the cases. In what percentage of the cases are they likely to contradict each other, narrating the same incident.

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A0.60\displaystyle 0.60
B0.45\displaystyle 0.45
C0.65\displaystyle 0.65
D0.35\displaystyle 0.35
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Correct Answer

Option b0.45\displaystyle 0.45

All Options:

  • A0.60\displaystyle 0.60
  • B0.45\displaystyle 0.45
  • C0.65\displaystyle 0.65
  • D0.35\displaystyle 0.35

About This Chapter: Probability

Paper

Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude

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5-7 Marks

Key Topics

Probability Operations, Expected Value

A logic-heavy chapter dealing with random experiments, events (mutually exclusive, exhaustive), set theory probability, conditional probability, and Bayes' Theorem. It forms the basis for Theoretical Distributions.

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Always draw a quick Venn Diagram or tree when faced with 'At least one' or 'Only A but not B' wording. It saves you from double-counting.

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