A System Has Three Components in Series with Reliabilities 0

question 26

Multiple Choice

A system has three components in series with reliabilities 0.9, 0.7, and 0.5. System reliability is

• A) 0.315
• B) 0.500
• C) 0.700
• D) 0.900
• E) 2.100

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Definitions:

Platelets

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Nitrosoureas

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Intrathecal Chemotherapy

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Methotrexate

A medication used in treating various types of cancer and autoimmune diseases by inhibiting the growth of rapidly dividing cells.