Delicious Candy Markets a Two Pound Box of Assorted Chocolates

question 2

Essay

Delicious Candy markets a two pound box of assorted chocolates.Because of imperfections in the candy making equipment,the actual weight of the chocolate has a continuous uniform distribution ranging from 31.8 to 32.6 ounces.
a.Define a probability density function for the weight of the box of chocolate.
b.What is the probability that a box weighs (1)exactly 32 ounces; (2)more than 32.3 ounces; (3)less than 31.8 ounces?
c.The government requires that at least 60% of all products sold weigh at least as much as the stated weight.Is Delicious violating government regulations?

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