The Following Table Shows the Results of a Survey of Authors

question 237

Short Answer

The following table shows the results of a survey of authors by a (fictitious) publishing company: $$\begin{array} { | l | l | l | l | } \hline & \text { New Authors } & \begin{array} { l } \text { Established } \\\text { Authors }\end{array} & \text { Total } \\\hline \text { Successful } & 5 & 25 & 30 \\\hline \text { Unsuccessful } & 15 & 55 & 70 \\\hline \text { Total } & 20 & 80 & 100 \\\hline\end{array}$$
Consider the following events:
S: An author is successful; U: An author is unsuccessful; N: An author is new; and E: An author is established.
Are the events S and N mutually exclusive

---

Definitions:

Negotiations

The process by which two or more parties engage in dialogue with the aim of reaching an agreement on a particular matter or resolving a dispute.

Mergers

The process of combining two or more companies into a single entity, often to leverage synergies or expand market reach.

OB Theories

Theories in organizational behavior that examine the behavior of individuals and groups within organizations and how this affects organizational effectiveness.

Cultural Intelligence

The capability to relate and work effectively across cultures.