Suppose the Light Bulbs in a Factory Burn Out at a Rate

question 69

Multiple Choice

Suppose the light bulbs in a factory burn out at a rate of 50 bulbs per month. Which of the following distributions would you use to figure out the probability that the next two light bulbs will burn out 2 days apart?

• A) uniform distribution
• B) hypergeometric distribution
• C) exponential distribution
• D) Poisson distribution

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Definitions:

Pulses

Rapid, transient changes in the amplitude of an electrical signal, often used to convey information or trigger specific actions in electronic devices.

Pressure Switch

A device that activates or deactivates electrical contact in response to changes in pressure level.

Proximity Switch

A sensor that detects the presence or absence of an object without physical contact, usually used in industrial applications to control machinery.