The Number of 911 Calls in a Small City Has

question 51

Short Answer

The number of 911 calls in a small city has a Poisson distribution with a mean of 10 calls a day.The probability of seven or eight 911 calls in a day is _____.

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Definitions:

External Locus

A belief that one's life is controlled by external forces rather than one's own actions or decisions.

Autonomic Arousal

Involves the activation of the autonomic nervous system, which can include physiological responses such as an increased heart rate or sweating, often as a reaction to stress or excitement.

Polygraph

A machine, often referred to as a lie detector, that measures and records several physiological indicators such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and skin conductivity while the subject is asked and answers a series of questions.

Physiological Component

The aspect of an emotional or psychological state that is related to physical changes in the body.