General Hospital Has Noted That They Admit an Average of 8

question 56

Short Answer

General Hospital has noted that they admit an average of 8 patients per hour.
a.What is the probability that during the next hour less then 3 patients will be admitted?
b.What is the probability that during the next two hours exactly 8 patients will be admitted?

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Definitions:

Failure to Thrive (FTT)

Describes a condition, often seen in children, wherein the individual does not gain weight or grow as expected, indicating potential nutritional, emotional, or health issues.

Standardized Growth Charts

Tools used by healthcare providers to track a child's physical growth over time against a population standard, assessing their development and general health.

Third Percentile

A statistical measurement indicating that an individual’s score is above only 3% of the population in a given data set.

Hearing

The ability to perceive sound by detecting vibrations through an organ such as the ear.