For a Certain Type of Fabric, the Average Number of Defects

question 47

Multiple Choice

For a certain type of fabric, the average number of defects in each square foot of fabric is 0.3. Find the probability that a randomly selected square foot of the fabric will contain more than one defect.

• A)0.0369
• B)0.7778
• C)0.0333
• D)0.9631

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Definitions:

Depreciation Expense

Depreciation expense refers to the allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, representing how much of the asset's value has been used up during a financial period.

Salvage Value

The estimated residual value of an asset at the end of its useful life, determining how much the asset can be sold for.

Book Value

The book value of an asset is its original cost minus any accumulated depreciation, representing its recorded value in the financial statements.

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