Peter is considering pursuing an MBA degree.He has applied to two different universities.The acceptance rate for applicants with similar qualifications is 25% for University A and 40% for University B.What is the probability that Peter will not be accepted at either university? You may assume that the universities make their decisions independently of one another.
A)15
B)25
C)35
D)45

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The probability of not being accepted to University A is 1 - 0.25 = 0.75, and for University B, it is 1 - 0.40 = 0.60. Since the decisions are independent, the probability of not being accepted to either is 0.75 * 0.60 = 0.45, or 45%.

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