Math Problem Statement
Solution
The image provided is a normal distribution graph with mean and standard deviation . The shaded area between and represents the probability , corresponding to about 68.27% of the data within one standard deviation of the mean in a standard normal distribution.
Below this graph, the problem involves a binomial distribution for flights from Denver to Dallas, where 80% of the flights are on time. The sample size is 15 flights, and three questions are posed regarding probabilities based on the number of on-time flights.
Let's break down each question:
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The probability that at least 11 flights are on time: This can be modeled using the binomial distribution with:
- (number of trials or flights),
- (probability of success, i.e., flights being on time).
We need to find , where is the number of on-time flights. This is the sum of probabilities .
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The probability that at most 7 flights are on time: Here, you are asked to find , which is the cumulative probability for having 7 or fewer on-time flights.
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The probability that exactly 9 flights are on time: This is simply from the binomial distribution.
These probabilities can be computed using the binomial formula: or using a statistical calculator or software for cumulative probabilities.
Would you like me to calculate these probabilities for you, or provide step-by-step guidance on solving them?
In the meantime, here are 5 related questions to extend your understanding:
- What is the expected number of on-time flights out of 15 flights?
- How do you calculate the variance and standard deviation in a binomial distribution?
- What is the probability that fewer than 5 flights are on time?
- How would the probabilities change if the on-time rate dropped to 70%?
- What is the difference between a binomial distribution and a normal distribution?
Tip: For binomial probabilities, it's helpful to use a cumulative distribution function (CDF) table or a binomial calculator for faster results when is large.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Binomial Distribution
Probability
Normal Distribution
Formulas
P(X = k) = (n choose k) * p^k * (1 - p)^(n - k)
P(X >= k) = Sum(P(X = k)) for X = k to X = n
P(X <= k) = Sum(P(X = k)) for X = 0 to X = k
Theorems
Binomial Theorem
Normal Approximation to the Binomial
Suitable Grade Level
College Level or Advanced High School
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