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MaryHelen Barron
on Oct 14, 2024
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A box contains 16 batteries of which 6 are still working.Anne starts picking batteries one at a time from the box and testing them.Find the probability that she has to pick 5 batteries in order to find one that works.
A) 0.007
B) 0.058
C) 0.001
D) 12.360
E) 0.029
Still Working
Engaged in performing tasks or duties, typically in a professional context, without having ceased or completed the activity.
Probability
The calculation of how probable it is for an event to happen.
Batteries
Devices consisting of one or more electrochemical cells that store and supply electric energy.
- Gauge the chances of composite events through the use of relevant formulas.
- Familiarize yourself with the concepts of permutations and combinations in probability analysis.
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Learning Objectives
- Gauge the chances of composite events through the use of relevant formulas.
- Familiarize yourself with the concepts of permutations and combinations in probability analysis.