mutually exclusive
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Adjective — Unable to be true, chosen or to happen at the same time, so that accepting one rules out the other.
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Neutral in general use; a precise technical term in probability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between mutually exclusive and independent events?
Mutually exclusive events cannot both happen, so if one occurs the probability of the other is zero. Independent events can both happen, and one occurring tells you nothing about the other. Confusingly, mutually exclusive events with real probability are therefore never independent.
What does 'not mutually exclusive' mean?
It means the two things can coexist, and choosing one does not rule out the other. People often say it to push back on a false choice, as in 'affordable and well made are not mutually exclusive'.
What does MECE mean?
MECE stands for mutually exclusive, collectively exhaustive, a rule used in consulting and analysis. The categories in a good breakdown should not overlap, and together they should cover everything.