If P(E) = 0.05, what is the probability of ‘not E’?

Solution:

We will use the basic concepts and formulae of probability to solve the problem.

Probability of (E) = 0.05

We know that,

Probability of (E) + Probability of (not E) = 1

0.05 + Probability of (not E) = 1

Probability of (not E) = 1 - 0.05

Probability of (not E) = 0.95

Therefore, the probability of 'not E' is equal to 0.95.

☛ Check: NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Maths Chapter 15

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If P(E) = 0.05, what is the probability of ‘not E’?

NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Maths Chapter 15 Exercise 15.1 Question 5

Summary:

If P(E) = 0.05, then the probability of 'not' E is 0.95.

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