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Probability without replacement for two events calculates the likelihood of two dependent events occurring sequentially, where the first outcome affects the second outcome. This is commonly used in scenarios where items are drawn from a finite population without being replaced.
The calculator uses the probability formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates the probability of two dependent events occurring in sequence, accounting for the reduced sample size after the first event.
Details: Probability calculations without replacement are essential in statistics, gambling, quality control, and various real-world scenarios where outcomes are dependent and sample sizes change with each event.
Tips: Enter the number of first favorable outcomes, total outcomes, and second favorable outcomes. Ensure values are valid (t1 > 0, f1 and f2 ≥ 0, f1 ≤ t1, f2 ≤ t1-1).
Q1: What does "without replacement" mean?
A: Without replacement means that once an item is selected, it is not returned to the population before the next selection, making events dependent.
Q2: When should I use this formula?
A: Use this formula when calculating probabilities for two sequential dependent events where the sample space changes after the first selection.
Q3: What are typical applications?
A: Card games, quality control sampling, genetics, and any scenario where items are drawn from a finite set without replacement.
Q4: How does this differ from probability with replacement?
A: With replacement maintains the same sample space for both events, while without replacement reduces the sample space for the second event.
Q5: What if I need to calculate for more than two events?
A: For more than two events without replacement, the formula extends by multiplying additional fractions with decreasing denominators.