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  • Feb 6, 2010, 04:47 PM
    nmarl001
    probability
    test with 10 multiple choice questions, five possible answers; one is correct. Pass is 60% or better If he randomly guesses, what is probability he will pass
  • Feb 7, 2010, 06:21 AM
    galactus

    Use the binomial probability. There are 5 guesses so the probability of guessing right is .20
    But 6 or more must be correct to pass.
    So, we have a binomial asking what is the probability of getting 6 or more correct.

  • Feb 7, 2010, 07:47 AM
    nmarl001
    You made this seem so easy but for the life of me I could not figure out what formula to use... thank you SO much for helping me!!
  • Feb 7, 2010, 08:06 AM
    nmarl001
    Clarification of answer
    So, to pass, the probability is 0.205?
  • Feb 7, 2010, 08:10 AM
    tickle

    Are you referring to the answer in this thread. If so, then you have to post with the same thread, not as a separate question:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/mathem...ty-443977.html

    Tick
  • Feb 7, 2010, 08:23 AM
    nmarl001
    Clarification of initial answer
    So, to pass, the probability is 0.205?
  • Feb 7, 2010, 08:25 AM
    nmarl001
    Did I submit in the correct thread this time?
    Did I submit in the correct thread this time?
  • Feb 7, 2010, 08:39 AM
    Fr_Chuck

    Well not really, since you did not ask a math question. If you want help with how to post, that would be done in the forum help area.

    This is the area to post math questions.
  • Feb 7, 2010, 10:33 PM
    Clough
    Hi, nmarl001!

    Yes, please post responses on the original thread. This place doesn't work the same way that a chat room does.

    Thanks!
  • Feb 8, 2010, 12:40 AM
    morgaine300

    Put this on your original post. Yes, the person who responded might find this and know what you're referring to and be able to find the thread. Or maybe not. Your original post could end up anywhere with people having no idea what you're referring to.

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