A Cola-Dispensing Machine Is Set to Dispense a Mean of 2.02

question 72

Multiple Choice

A cola-dispensing machine is set to dispense a mean of 2.02 liters into a container labeled 2 liters. Actual quantities dispensed vary,and the amounts are normally distributed with a standard deviation of 0.015 liters. What is the probability a container will have less than 2 liters?

• A)0.0918
• B)0.3413
• C)0.1926
• D)0.8741

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