When Exposed to Heat, the Reaction Time of a Certain

question 35

Essay

When exposed to heat, the reaction time of a certain chemical always occurs after thirteenminutes, but before 17 minutes. Reaction times for this chemical can be modeled by auniform distribution, that is, the reaction time is just as likely to occur at thirteen minutesas it is to occur at seventeen minutes. Find the probability that the reaction will happenafter fifteen minutes. Shade the appropriate area and calculate the numerical value of theprobability.

---

Definitions:

Cocaine

A powerful stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the coca plant, often used recreationally and known for its potent addictive properties.

Morphine

A potent opiate analgesic drug derived from the opium poppy, used to relieve severe pain.

Marijuana

A psychoactive drug from the Cannabis plant used for medical or recreational purposes, known for its sedative and euphoric effects.

Tolerance

The ability or willingness to tolerate the existence of opinions or behavior that one does not necessarily agree with.