It Is Known That 10% of the Calculators Shipped from a Particular

question 46

Multiple Choice

It is known that 10% of the calculators shipped from a particular factory are defective. What is the probability that exactly three of five chosen calculators are defective?

• A) 0.00729
• B) 0.0081
• C) 0.081
• D) 0.03

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Definitions:

Broca's Area

A region in the frontal lobe of the dominant hemisphere (usually the left) of the hominid brain with functions linked to speech production.

Vocal Chords

Bands of tissue in the larynx that vibrate to produce sounds when air is expelled from the lungs, crucial for speech and singing.

Speech Comprehension

The ability of the brain to process and understand spoken language, involving the auditory system, language centers, and complex cognitive processes.

Withdrawal Reflex

A rapid, automatic response to a painful stimulus that involves the immediate retraction of the body part encountering the pain to avoid damage or injury.