Let a Be the Event That a Student Is Enrolled

question 110

Multiple Choice

Let A be the event that a student is enrolled in an accounting course, and let S be the event that a student is enrolled in a statistics course.It is known that 30% of all students are enrolled in an accounting course and 40% of all students are enrolled in statistics.Included in these numbers are 15% who are enrolled in both statistics and accounting.Find P(S) .

• A)0.15
• B)0.30
• C)0.40
• D)0.55
• E)0.60

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Definitions:

Corresponds to Facts

The alignment or agreement of a statement, theory, or belief with the actual state of affairs or reality.

Numbers

Mathematical objects used to count, measure, and label.

Coherence Theory

A theory in epistemology and philosophy asserting that truth consists of the coherence of ideas or propositions with a system of belief or knowledge.

Pragmatic Theory

A theory in philosophy that evaluates theories or beliefs in terms of the success of their practical application.