Assume that the weights of individuals are independent and normally distributed with a mean of 160 pounds

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Assume that the weights of individuals are independent and normally distributed with a mean of 160 pounds and a standard deviation of 30 pounds. Suppose that 25 people squeeze into an elevator that is designed to hold 4300 pounds.
(a) What is the probability that the load (total weight) exceeds the design limit?
(b) What design limit is exceeded by 25 occupants with probability 0.0001?
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Applied Statistics And Probability For Engineers

ISBN: 9781118539712

6th Edition

Authors: Douglas C. Montgomery, George C. Runger

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