Question

what is the probability that either event a or event b will occur? start by finding the probability of event a. p(a) = \frac{?}{17}

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate the probability of event A

The probability of event A is the sum of the probabilities within its region.
$$P(A)=\frac{9}{17}+\frac{6}{17}$$

Step2: Simplify the fraction

Add the numerators since the denominators are the same.
$$P(A)=\frac{9 + 6}{17}=\frac{15}{17}$$

Answer:

$\frac{15}{17}$