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The Time It Takes to Completely Tune an Engine of an Automobile

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The time it takes to completely tune an engine of an automobile follows an exponential distribution with a mean of 40 minutes.
a.Define the random variable in words.
b.What is the probability of tuning an engine in 30 minutes or less?
c.What is the probability of tuning an engine between 30 and 35 minutes?


Definitions:

Alkoxymercuration-demercuration

A two-step synthetic process used to convert alkenes to ethers, involving the addition of mercury(II) acetate followed by demercuration with sodium borohydride.

Williamson Ether Synthesis

A method for preparing ethers by reacting an alkyl halide with an alcohol using a strong base.

4-propoxytoluene

An organic compound characterized by a toluene core structure with a propoxy group attached to the para position.

Major Organic Product

The primary substance produced in the highest quantity from an organic chemical reaction.

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