Understanding Probabilities: Proving P(A/B)=1 and A, B Independence

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This discussion focuses on proving the relationship between conditional probabilities and independence of events A and B. Specifically, it establishes that if P(A/B) = 1, then P(B complement / A complement) = 1. Additionally, it addresses the conditions under which events A and B are considered independent or foreign, emphasizing the importance of understanding the definitions of these terms in probability theory.

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  • Understanding of conditional probability, specifically P(A/B)
  • Knowledge of event independence in probability theory
  • Familiarity with the concepts of intersections and complements of events
  • Basic proficiency in probability notation and terminology
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  • Study the proof of P(A/B) = 1 leading to P(B complement / A complement) = 1
  • Research the definitions and properties of independent events in probability
  • Learn about the implications of foreign events in probability theory
  • Explore the concept of intersections and their role in calculating probabilities
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Students of probability theory, mathematicians, and anyone preparing for exams in statistics or related fields will benefit from this discussion.

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Hi again...This is my last question for today.
I know that i send a lot of threads but...i don't have anyone else to help me.

Most of the times i don't send any solutions.I try but sometimes i don't understand and so...i don't have something to write.I post frequently
because if i don't give a 50% of correct answers i will not have the chance to write in the final exams...its a stupid rule.

My last 2 questions for today are.

1.We must prove that if P(A/B)=1 then P(B compl. / A compl.)=1
i wrote a lot of things but ..i didnt prove nothing : ~)

2.A and B are two events with non zero probabilities.
I must show (prove) if the following are i)correct,ii)faulse iii)correct under some conventions.
a)if A and B are foreign then they are independent (i don't know if this is the correct word) butif they are foreign P(A[intersect]B)=[empty-set]
b)if A and B are independent then they are foreign
c)P(A)=P(B)=0.6 A,B are foreign
c)P(A)=P(B)=0.6 A,B are independent
 
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for 1>
what is the basic definition of P(A/B) ??
(There is one in terms of intersections!)
once u have this, simply work through it...

for 2>
what u have done with this so far?

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