24. The probability that a river flow exceeds 2000 m3/sec is 15%. The coefficient of variation of these flows is 20%. Assuming a normal distribution, calculate: A-The mean of the flow? B- The stand. Dev. of the flow?

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The probability that a river flow exceeds 2000 m3/sec is 15%. The coefficient of
variation of these flows is 20%. Assuming a normal distribution, calculate:
A-The mean of the flow?
B- The stand. Dev. of the flow?
Transcribed Image Text:Q4. The probability that a river flow exceeds 2000 m3/sec is 15%. The coefficient of variation of these flows is 20%. Assuming a normal distribution, calculate: A-The mean of the flow? B- The stand. Dev. of the flow?
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