The Sum of the Probabilities of the Mutually Exclusive Outcomes

question 101

Short Answer

The sum of the probabilities of the mutually exclusive outcomes of a probability distribution must equal_______ .

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Definitions:

Polyspermy

The fertilization of an egg by more than one sperm, which is normally prevented in many species to ensure proper development.

Inner Cell Mass

Group of cells at one end of the blastocyst, part of which forms the body of the embryo.

Blastocyst

A blastocyst is an early stage embryo consisting of 50-150 cells in a fluid-filled sphere, instrumental in the implantation process of pregnancy.

Yolk

Yolk is the nutrient-rich material found within eggs, providing essential energy and nutrients for the developing embryo in various species.