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The density function of the standard normal distribution has a wider dispersion than the Student's t distribution.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

A very large logging operation has serious problems keeping their skidders operating properly. The equipment fails at the rate of 3 breakdowns every 48 hours. Assume that x is time between breakdowns and is exponentially distributed.
 
  The probability of a single breakdown within 24 hours is:A) 0.0498
  B) 0.7769
  C) 0.2231
  D) 0.9502



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Answer to Question 1

FALSE

Answer to Question 2

B



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