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Binomial Distributions
Although tables of binomial probabilities can be found in most libraries, such tables are often inadequate. Either the value of p (the
Applications
The following percentages were obtained over many years of observation by the U.S. Weather Bureau. All data listed are for the month of December.
In the locations listed, the month of December is a relatively stable month with respect to weather. Since weather patterns from one day to the next are more or less the same, it is reasonable to use a binomial probability model.
Estimate the probability that Las Vegas will have from 20 to 25 (including 20 and 25) clear days in December.
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