Union probability (any-of)

Probability that at least one of several events occurs.

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Usage example

Independent case: P(any)=1−∏(1−p_i). For identical per-run p over n runs: 1−(1−p)^n.

Notes & caveats

If events are dependent, use inclusion–exclusion or a simulator.

See also

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