24. Poultry Problems A preliminary investigation reported that approximately 30% of locally grown poultry were infected with an intestinal parasite that decreased the usual weight growth rates in the birds.

A diet supplement believed to be effective against this parasite was added to the birds’ food. Twenty-five birds were examined after having the supplement for at least 2 weeks, and three birds were still found to be infested with the parasite.

a. If the diet supplement is ineffective, what is the probability of observing three or fewer birds infected with the intestinal parasite?

b. If in fact the diet supplement was effective and reduced the infection rate to 10%, what is the probability observing three or fewer infected birds?