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The numbers $x_1,$ $x_2,$ $x_3,$ $x_4$ are chosen at random in the interval $[0,1].$  Let $I$ be the interval between $x_1$ and $x_2,$ and let $J$ be the interval between $x_3$ and $x_4.$  Find the probability that intervals $I$ and $J$ both contain the number $1/2$.

 Apr 17, 2024
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The probability is 7/12.

 Apr 13, 2025

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