Correct Answer
✅ Option d —
All Options:
- A0.78
- B0.72
- C
- D
Detailed Solution & Explanation
- : Kailash survives.
- : Harish survives.
- : Prakash survives.
We are also given the joint probabilities:
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We want to find the probability that at least one of them survives, which is . Using the addition theorem of probability for three events:
Substitute the given values into the formula:
Converting to fraction format:
Hence, **Option D** is the correct answer.
About This Chapter: Probability
Paper
Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude
Weightage
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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