A Company Has Five Applicants for Two Positions: Three Women

question 6

Short Answer

A company has five applicants for two positions: three women and two men. Suppose that the five applicants are equally qualified and that no preference is given for choosing either gender. Let x equal the number of men chosen to fill the two positions.
What is the mean of the probability distribution of x?
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What is the variance of the probability distribution of x?
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What is the standard deviation of the probability distribution of x?
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Definitions:

Situational Model

A theoretical framework that suggests behavior and outcomes are the result of interactions between an individual’s characteristics and the environmental or situational factors.

Participation

The act of taking part or being involved in an activity, process, or discussion, contributing to decision-making or achieving a common goal.

Employees

Individuals who are hired by an organization to do specific work in exchange for compensation.

Time Consuming

Describes tasks or activities that require a large amount of time to complete.