Definition(s)
Conditional Probability
Statistical distribution (probability) of the occurrence of a variable
A, given that other variables
B, C, ... have certain assigned values
NOTE The conditional probability of
A given that
B, C, ... occur is written as
P(AIB,C, ... ). The concept is applicable to
metocean parameters, as well as to actions and action effects.
EXAMPLE When considering wave parameters,
A can be the individual crest elevation,
B the water depth and C the
significant wave height, and so on.
Source: API RP 2MET, Derivation of Metocean Design and Operating Conditions, First Edition, November 2014. Global Standards
Conditional Probability
Conditional probability is the probability of some event A, given the occurrence of some other event B, written as P(A|B). An example is the conditional probability of a person dying (event A), given that they contract the pandemic flu (event B).
Sample Usage: An individual has a higher conditional probability of developing a fever if they contract influenza.
Source: DHS Risk Lexicon, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 2010 Edition. September 2010 Regulatory Guidance