Probability that event A happens before event B?

moonman239 · Aug 11, 2010

I have two popsicles in my hands. The average time it takes for popsicles stored at the same temperature as is the climate in the area I am in is 6 seconds. What is the probability that the one in my left hand will melt completely before the one in my right hand?

jbunniii · Aug 14, 2010

If you switch hands, would the answer change?

Probability that event A happens before event B?

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