Joe Is Considering Pursuing an MBA Degree

question 6

Multiple Choice

Joe is considering pursuing an MBA degree. He has applied to two different universities. The acceptance rate for applicants with similar qualifications is 25 percent for University A and 40 percent for University B. What is the probability that Joe will be accepted at one, and only one, university?

• A) 0.50
• B) 0.10
• C) 0.15
• D) 0.30
• E) 0.45

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