If two events are mutually exclusive, then the probability of their intersection _____.
A) will be equal to 0
B) can have any value larger than 0
C) must be larger than zero, but less than 1
D) will be 1

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Mutual exclusivity means that the two events cannot occur simultaneously. Therefore, the probability of their intersection (both events occurring at the same time) is impossible, or equal to 0.

If Two Events Are Mutually Exclusive, Then the Probability of Their