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2) (10 points) Part of the support structure for a small pier consists of two oak logs sunk into a riverbank on either side of

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2) (10 points) Part of the support structure for a small pier consists of two oak logs sunk into a riverbank on either side of a wooden platform. It is possible that neither, either, or both of the logs will "settle." Based on past experience, a realistic estimate for the chances of each log settling is 0.05. Also, if one settles, the probability of the other doing the same is 0.7. What is the probability that the pier will be level

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