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John Wells has applied for scholarships to two universities. The probability that he will receive a scholarship from University A is 0.55; the probability that he will receive a scholarship from University B is 0.65. the probability that he will receive scholarships from both is 0.4.

a. What is the probability that he will receive at least 1 scholarship (at least 1 means A or B)?

b. What is the probability that the will not receive a scholarship from either university?

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