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What convention identifies two codes that are mutually exclusive and cannot be used together?
The convention that identifies two codes as mutually exclusive and indicates they cannot be used together is known as "mutually exclusive coding." In medical coding, this is often represented by a specific symbol or notation in coding manuals or guidelines, such as the use of a "modifier" or the designation of certain codes in the ICD or CPT coding systems. This ensures clarity in billing and prevents the incorrect combination of codes that could lead to claim denials. It's essential for coders to be aware of these relationships to ensure accurate coding and reimbursement.
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If two events are mutually exclusive can they occur concurrently?
No, by definition, muatually exclusive cannot occur together .
When two probabilities are added together the probabilty represnts a simple event?
When two probabilities are added together, the result represents the probability of either of the two events occurring, provided that the events are mutually exclusive (i.e., they cannot happen at the same time). If the events are not mutually exclusive, their combined probability would require adjustments to avoid double-counting the overlap. Thus, in the case of mutually exclusive events, the sum of their probabilities is a valid representation of a simple event.
Is a true statement about mutually exclusive events?
Yes, a true statement about mutually exclusive events is that if one event occurs, the other cannot occur at the same time. For example, when rolling a single die, the outcomes of rolling a 3 and rolling a 5 are mutually exclusive, as both cannot happen simultaneously in one roll. This characteristic means that the probability of both events happening together is zero.
If A and B occur cannot at the same time. Are they called mutually exclusive?
Yes, if events A and B cannot occur at the same time, they are called mutually exclusive. This means that the occurrence of one event excludes the possibility of the other event happening simultaneously. In probability terms, the probability of both A and B occurring together is zero.
Can one have emotional desire for man and sexual desire for woman?
Yes. While emotional and sexual desire often go together they are by no means mutually exclusive.
If two events are mutually exclusive can they occur concurrently?
No, by definition, muatually exclusive cannot occur together .
Are complementary events also mutually exclusive events?
Yes, they are. Mutually exclusive events cannot occur together. Complementary events cannot occur together either because an event and its complement are the negative of each other.
If two events are mutually exclusive what is the probability that one or the other occurs?
Add the probabilities of the two events. If they're not mutually exclusive, then you need to subtract the probability that they both occur together.
When two probabilities are added together the probabilty represnts a simple event?
When two probabilities are added together, the result represents the probability of either of the two events occurring, provided that the events are mutually exclusive (i.e., they cannot happen at the same time). If the events are not mutually exclusive, their combined probability would require adjustments to avoid double-counting the overlap. Thus, in the case of mutually exclusive events, the sum of their probabilities is a valid representation of a simple event.
Is a true statement about mutually exclusive events?
Yes, a true statement about mutually exclusive events is that if one event occurs, the other cannot occur at the same time. For example, when rolling a single die, the outcomes of rolling a 3 and rolling a 5 are mutually exclusive, as both cannot happen simultaneously in one roll. This characteristic means that the probability of both events happening together is zero.
What is principle of additivity?
The principle of additivity states that the probability of the union of two mutually exclusive events is equal to the sum of their individual probabilities. This means that when events are mutually exclusive (cannot both occur at the same time), their probabilities can be added together to find the probability of either event occurring.
If A and B occur cannot at the same time. Are they called mutually exclusive?
Yes, if events A and B cannot occur at the same time, they are called mutually exclusive. This means that the occurrence of one event excludes the possibility of the other event happening simultaneously. In probability terms, the probability of both A and B occurring together is zero.
Can one have emotional desire for man and sexual desire for woman?
Yes. While emotional and sexual desire often go together they are by no means mutually exclusive.
If probability of occurrence of event A is p and that of occurrence of event B is q then what is probability that both the events do not occur?
The answer depends on whether A and B can occur together, that is, if they are mutually exclusive.
If two events are mutually exclusive and collectively exhaustive what is the probability that one or the other occurs?
If A and B are mutually exclusive, P(A or B)=P(A) + P(B) They both cannot occur together. For example: A die is rolled. A = an odd number; B= number is divisible by 2. P(A or B) = 1/3 + 1/3 = 2/3
Is a mutually exclusive event also an idependent event?
Two events are mutually exclusive if they both cannot occur together. For example, if you toss a coin , let A represent a head showing up and B represent a tail showing up. These two events are mutually exclusive. You can only have a tail or head. To explain an independent event, pick a card from a deck of 52. The probability that it is a king is 4/52. If you put the card back and draw again, the probability is still 4/52. The second draw is independent of the first draw. If you draw another card without putting it back, its probability changes to 3/51. It becomes a dependent event. In short, a mutually exclusive event is not an independent event.
Should mutually exclusive be removed from the English language?
Why do you ask? Do you think mutually exclusive is redundant, like mutually agree? Or do you think the word mutually is misused in that phrase? The word mutualimplies reciprocity. If two people have mutual hatred, they hate each other. (Some people use mutual to mean shared in common, as in our mutual friend. Not all linguists agree on that usage, however.) It is redundant to say two people have mutual hatred for each other. The last three words are superfluous. They have mutual hatred and Their hatred is mutual are adequate, as is They have hatred for each other and They hate each other. So what about mutual exclusivity or mutually exclusive? If the the exclusion is reciprocal, then the term is okay. If two things are mutually exclusive, they can't exist together; they exclude each other; the existence of one precludes the existence of the other. That implies reciprocity. I don't have a problem with either term and think permanent banishment from the language is a bit extreme.
