Math Problem Statement
A weighted coin has a 0.472 probability of landing on heads. If you toss the coin 16 times, what is the probability of getting heads no more than 5 times?
Round your answer to three decimal places.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability
Binomial Distribution
Random Variables
Formulas
P(X = k) = (n choose k) * p^k * (1 - p)^(n - k)
P(X ≤ 5) = Σ from k=0 to 5 of (n choose k) * p^k * (1 - p)^(n - k)
Theorems
Binomial Theorem
Law of Large Numbers
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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