Math Problem Statement
A technician services mailing machines at companies in the Phoenix area. Depending on the type of malfunction, the service call can take 0.8,1.6 ,2.4 , or 3.2 hours. The different types of malfunctions occur at the same frequency.
If required, round your answers to two decimal places. A service call has just come in, but the type of malfunction is unknown. It is 3 P.M. and service technicians usually get off at 5 P.M. What is the probability the service technician will have to work overtime to fix the machine today?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability
Uniform Distribution
Formulas
P(overtime) = favorable outcomes / total outcomes
Theorems
Basic Probability Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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