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A new store is handing out small gifts to the customers who come in. Elizabeth is handing out pens of various colors. She has determined that's the chance of a customer receiving a blue pen is 0. 8. Ricardo is handing out tote bags of various colors. Ge has determined that's the chance of a customer receiving a blue tote bag is 0. 04 what statement describes that likelihood of a customer getting a blue tote bag or a pen?

Answer

The likelihood of a customer getting a blue tote bag or a pen is 0.84, calculated as 0.8 + 0.04 = 0.84.

  • Calculate the probability separately for each case.
  • Add the probabilities obtained in step 1.