The Probability of a Radar Station Detecting an Enemy Plane

question 1

Multiple Choice

The probability of a radar station detecting an enemy plane is 0.85. If 60 stations are in use, what is the expected number of stations that will detect an enemy plane?

• A)60
• B)51
• C)0
• D)58
• E)none of these choices

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