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Definition--Statistics and Probability Concepts--Multiplication Rule of Probability

Multiplication Rule of Probability

Multiplication Rule of Probability

Topic

Statistics and Probability

Definition

The multiplication rule of probability is used to find the probability of two independent events both occurring.

Description

The multiplication rule is essential in probability for calculating the likelihood of multiple independent events occurring together. This rule is applied in fields such as genetics, where the probability of inheriting multiple traits is determined. For students, understanding the multiplication rule is crucial for solving problems involving the probability of compound events and for developing a deeper understanding of probability theory.

Multiplication Rule of Probability
The probability of a coin landing on heads on two consecutive flips 
involves the Multiplication Rule of Probability.

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Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.4, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.4
Grade Range 8 - 12
Curriculum Nodes Algebra
    • Probability and Data Analysis
        • Data Analysis
Copyright Year 2020
Keywords statistics, probability