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    Jun 26, 2012, 07:30 AM
    statistics - probability word problem
    A poll showed that 61% of americans say they believe that life exists elsewhere in the galaxy. What is the probability of randomly selecting someone not having that belief. Please show all work
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    Jun 26, 2012, 07:31 AM
    Yes, that'd be nice if you showed your work.
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    Jun 26, 2012, 07:47 AM
    Can you show me how you came to that answer

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