Algebra and Trigonometry: Structure and Method, Book 2
Algebra and Trigonometry: Structure and Method, Book 2
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ISBN: 9780395977255
Author: MCDOUGAL LITTEL
Publisher: McDougal Littell
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Chapter 15.10, Problem 11WE
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To find: The probability of that the books are arranged either incorrect way or in reverse order.

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Answer to Problem 11WE

The probability that the books can be arranged in either correct or reverse order is 1360 .

Explanation of Solution

Given information:

The given information isa six-volume set of books placed on shelf at random.

Calculation:

We have to find the probability that the books are arranged either incorrect way or in reverse order. The two events, arranging in correct order and arranging in reverse order, are mutuallyexclusive events.

We know that for two mutually exclusive events A and B .

  P(A∪B)=P(A)+P(B)

Thus, the required probability is

  P(either correct or reverse order)=P(correct order)+P(reverse order)

We know that the books can be arranged in the shelf in 61 or 720 ways. The arrangement of the books in correct order is possible in only one way.

  P(correct order)=1720

The books can be arranged in reverse order also in only 1 way.

  P(reverse order)=1720

Substitute the known values in P(either correct or reverse order) .

  P(either correct or reverse order)=1720+1720P(either correct or reverse order)=2720P(either correct or reverse order)=1360

Therefore, the probability that the books can be arranged in either correct or reverse order is 1360 .

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