Jason has noticed he makes 70% of the free-throw shots he takes. What is the fewest number of attempts Jason must take in order to be at least 95% sure he will make at least 9 free-throws? (Your answer must be a whole number, without decimals, such as 5 or 27)

Jason has noticed he makes 70% of the free-throw shots he takes. What is the fewest number of attempts Jason must take in order to be at least 95% sure he will make at least 9 free-throws? (Your answer must be a whole number, without decimals, such as 5 or 27)

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