A Small Flower Shop Takes Orders by Phone and Then

question 13

Multiple Choice

A small flower shop takes orders by phone and then one of the staff florists is assigned to prepare the arrangement.The time it takes to process phone orders is normally distributed with a mean of 6 minutes and a standard deviation of 2.5 minutes.The time it takes for an arrangement to be completed is normally distributed with a mean of 35 minutes and a standard deviation of 8.6 minutes.What is the probability that it will take more than 50 minutes to process a phone order and complete the floral arrangement at this flower shop?

• A)0.8413
• B)0.3413
• C)0.2167
• D)0.1587
• E)0.6843

---

Definitions:

Economic Welfare

The overall well-being of individuals and societies, often assessed by factors such as wealth, health, and happiness.

Benefits-Received Principle

The concept that those who benefit from public goods and services should bear the costs of providing them, in proportion to the benefit received.

Progressive Income Tax

A tax system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases, placing a higher burden on wealthier individuals.

National Parks

Protected areas of natural beauty and significance, managed by governments for conservational purposes and public enjoyment.