The Following Probability Distribution Has Been Assessed for the Number

question 15

Multiple Choice

The following probability distribution has been assessed for the number of accidents that occur in a Midwestern city each day: Based on this distribution, the expected number of accidents in a given day is:

• A) 0.30
• B) 1.65
• C) 2.00
• D) 2.50

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