According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics It Takes an Average

question 135

Multiple Choice

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics it takes an average of 22 weeks for someone over 55 to find a new job. Assume that the probability distribution is normal and that the standard deviation is two weeks. What is the probability that eight workers over the age of 55 take an average of more than 20 weeks to find a job?

• A) 0.8977
• B) 0.6777
• C) 0.7788
• D) 0.9977

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Definitions:

T-Account

A visual representation of a ledger account that helps in understanding the effects of transactions on each account.

Raw Materials

The basic, unprocessed materials required in the manufacture of goods, often transformed through the production process.

Job-Order Costing

A costing method used to allocate costs to specific jobs or orders, tracking the expenses associated with each job individually.

Raw Materials Inventory

The stock of unprocessed materials waiting to be used in the manufacturing process.