AS 91585 · 4 credits · External
Probability concepts
Apply probability concepts in solving problems
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You need to apply probability concepts to solve real-world problems by calculating probabilities involving independent events, combined events, and conditional probabilities, as well as interpreting probability from tables, trees, and other diagrams. Your answers must include clear calculations and explanations written in the context of the problem.
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What you actually do
- ·Calculate probabilities for independent events, combined events, and conditional probabilities using appropriate formulas and methods
- ·Read and interpret probability from various representations including tables, tree diagrams, and other displays
- ·Distinguish between mutually exclusive events and independent events, explaining your reasoning with relevant probability calculations
- ·Interpret likelihood ratios correctly, including understanding the difference between 'times as likely' and 'times more likely'
- ·Write your answers in context with sufficient working shown to support your probability calculations
AAchieved
You correctly calculate probabilities for independent and combined events, and interpret basic probability information from tables or trees, but explanations lack depth or fail to fully address the context of the problem.
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