If Two Events a and B Are Statistically Independent, Then

question 144

Multiple Choice

If two events A and B are statistically independent, then:

• A)A's occurrence makes it less likely that B will occur.
• B)A's occurrence makes it more likely that B will occur.
• C)A's occurrence makes it impossible that B will occur.
• D)A's occurrence has no effect on the probability of B occurring.
• E)B's occurrence has minimal effect on the probability of A occurring.

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Definitions:

Insomnia

A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or obtaining restorative sleep, leading to impairments in daytime functioning.

Dependent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is expected to change or respond as a result of manipulations of the independent variable.

Manipulates

To control or influence a person, situation, or system cleverly, unfairly, or unscrupulously, often to gain an advantage.

Independent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is manipulated to observe its effect on a dependent variable.