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cherise1989

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Explain the difference between controllable and uncontrollable inputs to a mathematical model and provide an example of each.

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Delicious Candy markets a two-pound box of assorted chocolates. Because of imperfections in the candy making equipment, the actual weight of the chocolate has a uniform distribution ranging from 31.8 to 32.6 ounces.
 a. Define a probability density function for the weight of the box of chocolate.
  b. What is the probability that a box weighs (1) exactly 32 ounces; (2) more than 32.3 ounces; (3) less than 31.8 ounces?
  c. The government requires that at least 60 of all products sold weigh at least as much as the stated weight. Is Delicious violating government regulations?


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Reply #1 on: Jun 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

a. f(x) = 1.25 for 31.8 < x < 32.6, and 0 otherwise
b. (1) 0, (2) .375, (3) 0
c. no; 75 are 32 oz. or more


cherise1989

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Reply 2 on: Jun 24, 2018
Gracias!

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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