In a Manufacturing Process Involving Several Machines, the Average Down

question 204

Multiple Choice

In a manufacturing process involving several machines, the average down time t (in hours) for a machine that needs repair has the probability density function . Find the probability that a failed machine's down time is 4 hours or more. Round your answer to three decimal places. ​

• A) 0.865
• B) 0.998
• C) 0.145
• D) 0.135
• E) 0.002

---

Definitions:

Quantity Supplied

The cumulative volume of a specific good or service that suppliers are enthusiastic and able to sell at a given price within a set timeframe.

Price Floor

A government- or authority-set minimum price for certain goods or services, aimed at preventing prices from falling below a certain level.

Black Markets

Illegal trading of goods and services that occurs outside the official channels sanctioned by authorities.

Price Ceilings

An imposed limit on the price charged for a product or service, often set by government regulation to protect consumers from excessively high prices.