In a survey, respondents were asked to indicate their favorite brand of cereal (Post or Kellogg's). They were allowed only one choice. What is the probability concept that implies it is not possible for a single respondent to state both Post and Kellogg's to be the favorite cereal?
A) Concept of independent events
B) Concept of mutually exclusive events
C) Concept of dependent events
D) Concept of mutually inclusive events

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The concept of mutually exclusive events implies that two events cannot happen at the same time. In this context, a respondent cannot choose both Post and Kellogg's as their favorite cereal simultaneously, making them mutually exclusive choices.

In a Survey, Respondents Were Asked to Indicate Their Favorite