Chapter 6: Q. 82 (page 358)
Taking the train Refer to Exercise 80 . Use the binomial probability formula to find . Interpret this value.
Short Answer
On selected days, there's a chance that 4 out of 7 trains will be late
Chapter 6: Q. 82 (page 358)
Taking the train Refer to Exercise 80 . Use the binomial probability formula to find . Interpret this value.
On selected days, there's a chance that 4 out of 7 trains will be late
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