Suppose the Records of a Motel Show That, on Average

question 76

Essay

Suppose the records of a motel show that, on average, 10% of prospective guests will not claim their reservation. If the motel accepts 218 reservations and there are only 200 rooms in the motel, what is the probability that all guests who arrive to claim a room will receive one?

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Definitions:

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