If the probability of an event occurring is x, what is the probability of the event not occurring?
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A.
1 – x -
B.
x – 1 -
C.
0 -
D.
(frac{1}{x})
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
If p is the probability of an event happening(occurring) and the probability of an event not occurring is p1 then p + p1 = 1
p1 = 1 – p
x1 = 1 – x