WAEC Mathematics 2007 Question 27

Question 27

Probability

If the probability of an event occurring is x, what is the probability of the event not occurring?

  1. A.1 − x
  2. B.x − 1
  3. C.0
  4. D.1/x
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Answer: A (1 − x)

Explanation

P(not E) = 1 − P(E) = 1 − x.