The probability of two independent events both occurring is:

A P(A) + P(B)

B P(A) × P(B)

C P(A) − P(B)

D P(A) / P(B)

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

For independent events: P(A and B) = P(A) × P(B).

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "The probability of two independent events both occurring is:" is Option B: P(A) × P(B).

The other options — A) P(A) + P(B), C) P(A) − P(B), D) P(A) / P(B) — are incorrect for this PCAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: For independent events: P(A and B) = P(A) × P(B).

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The probability of two independent events both occurring is:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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