A and B are mutually exclusive outcomes in a probability distribution. The p(A) = .24 and the p(B) = .13. The p(A or B) then equals.
A).11
B).03
C).37
D)1.85

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Since A and B are mutually exclusive, the probability of them both occurring at the same time is zero. Therefore, the probability of A or B occurring is the sum of their individual probabilities: p(A or B) = p(A) + p(B) = 0.24 + 0.13 = 0.37.

A and B Are Mutually Exclusive Outcomes in a Probability