If two events A and B are mutually exclusive, what is the value of P(A ∩ B) ?

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If two events A and B are mutually exclusive, what is the value of P(A ∩ B) ?

  1. A.

    1

  2. B.

    ϕ

  3. C.

    P(A) + P(B)

  4. D.

    P(A) - P(B)

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Correct answer: B

Mutually exclusive events cannot occur simultaneously, meaning their intersection is an empty set. Consequently, the probability of both events happening together is exactly zero.

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