The probability that Emeka passes a Mathematics test is 2/3 and the probability that he passes an English test is 3/5. What is the probability that he passes both tests?
A2/5CORRECT
B4/15
C19/15
D2/15
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Since the two events are independent, the probability that Emeka passes both tests is the product of the individual probabilities: (2/3) × (3/5) = 6/15 = 2/5.
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