Super Bowl XLVI Was Played Between the New York Giants

question 12

Multiple Choice

Super Bowl XLVI was played between the New York Giants and the New England Patriots in Indianapolis. Due to a decade-long rivalry between the Patriots and the city's own team, the Colts, most Indianapolis residents were rooting heartily for the Giants. Suppose that 90% of Indianapolis residents wanted the Giants to beat the Patriots. What is the probability that, of a sample of 100 Indianapolis residents, at least 15% were rooting for the Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI?

• A) 0.0300
• B) 0.0478
• C) 0.4763
• D) 0.9525

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Definitions:

Crespi

Refers to psychologist Leonard Crespi, known for his work in experimental psychology, especially in motivational research involving rewards.

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A positive reinforcement that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

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