Which of the Following Variables Could Be a Binomial Random

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following variables could be a binomial random variable?

• A)The number potholes in a 10 km stretch of road.
• B)The number of heads you obtain when you flip a coin 10 times.
• C)The height of a randomly chosen student.
• D)The number of defects in a car's paint.
• E)Tomorrow's high temperature.

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Definitions:

Antigens

Substances that induce an immune response in the body, especially the production of antibodies.

Radioimmunoassay

A sensitive technique used in biochemistry to measure concentrations of antigens by the use of antibodies.

False Positive

A test result which wrongly indicates the presence of a condition or characteristic.

Ergot Fungus

A type of fungus that grows on rye and other grains, producing toxins that can cause serious health problems if ingested.