The Weight of Cans of Fruit Is Normally Distributed with a Mean

question 14

Multiple Choice

The weight of cans of fruit is normally distributed with a mean of 1,000 grams and a standard deviation of 50 grams. What percent of the cans weigh 860 grams or less?

• A)0.0100
• B)0.8400
• C)0.0026
• D)0.0001

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Definitions:

Afferent Neurons

Nerve cells that carry sensory information from the body's periphery to the central nervous system.

Stretch Reflex

A muscle contraction in response to stretching within the muscle, serving as a protective mechanism to prevent overstretching.

Golgi Tendon Reflex

A protective reflex mechanism that helps prevent muscle damage by causing muscle relaxation before muscle force becomes too extreme.

Muscle Spindle

A sensory receptor located within muscle, which detects changes in muscle length and tension.