The probability that someone can taste PTC is 0.7. Suppose 20 people are randomly selected and tested for their ability to taste PTC. (a)  What is the probability that 17 or more can taste PTC? (b) What is the probability that 15 or fewer can taste PTC?

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The probability that someone can taste PTC is 0.7. Suppose 20 people are randomly selected and
tested for their ability to taste PTC.
(a)  What is the probability that 17 or more can taste PTC?
(b) What is the probability that 15 or fewer can taste PTC?

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