Identify Independent Events -Numbered Disks Are Placed in a Box and One Disk

question 26

Multiple Choice

Identify Independent Events
-Numbered disks are placed in a box and one disk is selected at random. There are 6 red disks numbered 1 through 6, and 7 yellow disks numbered 7 through 13. In an experiment a disk is selected, the number and color noted, replaced, and then a second disk is selected. Is this an example of independence Answer Yes or No.

• A) Yes
• B) No

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Definitions:

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A surgical instrument similar to tongs, used for grabbing, manipulating, or removing objects during surgery.

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