The Weight of a Product Is Normally Distributed with a Standard

question 29

Multiple Choice

The weight of a product is normally distributed with a standard deviation of .5 ounces. What should the average weight be if the production manager wants no more than 10 percent of the products to weigh more than 4.8 ounces?

• A) 3.52
• B) 3.64
• C) 5.44
• D) 4.16

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Definitions:

Sequencing

The process of arranging objects, actions, or events in a logical or chronological order.

Familiarizing

The process of making something well-known or better understood through repeated exposure or study.

Sensitivity

The quality or condition of being easily affected by external stimuli or being attentive to the needs and feelings of others.

Taste

A sense that allows us to perceive and differentiate flavors in substances, primarily through the taste buds on the tongue.