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STA 112 Quantifying Uncertainty Objective Question

Question

The first axiom of probability, Non-negativity, states that for any event E:
Options
A P(S) = 1
B 0 ≤ P(E) ≤ 1
Correct Answer
C P(E<sup>c</sup>) = 1 - P(E)
D P(E) + P(F) = P(E &cup; F)
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Slide 7 lists 'Non-negativity: 0 ≤ P(E) ≤ 1' as the first axiom.

Hint

Probabilities must always fall within a specific numerical range.

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