Math Problem Statement
In a certain school, 70 percent of the student population is female. What is the probability that exactly 20 students are females, supposing 50 students are sampled? Choose one.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability
Binomial Distribution
Formulas
P(X = k) = (n choose k) * p^k * (1 - p)^(n - k)
Binomial Coefficient: (n choose k) = n! / (k! * (n - k)!)
Theorems
Binomial Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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