Computation of Multiple-Event Probabilities

Abstract

A new, simple and efficient algorithm is described which computes the probability of occurrence of at least (or exactly) k out of N events, given the individual event probabilities. A comparison is made with two previous methods. Computer program listings are given.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 30, 1971
Accession Number
AD0886376

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  • Mark H. Wirth

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  • Teledyne Technologies

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