GRE Question of the Day (August 4th)

Math

In a probability experiment, G and H are independent events. The probability that G will occur is r, and the probability that H will occur is s, where both r and s are greater than 0.

Quantity A	Quantity B
The probability that either G will occur or H will occur, but not both	r + s - rs

A)The quantity in Column A is greater.
B)The quantity in Column B is greater.
C)The two quantities are equal.
D)The relationship cannot be determined from the information given.

Correct Answer - B - (click and drag your mouse to see the answer)

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