1. 9349 Baby elk Biologists estimate that a randomly selected baby elk has a 44% chance of surviving to adulthood. Assume this estimate is correct. Suppose researchers choose 7 baby elk at random to monitor. Let X = the number that survive to adulthood.

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Chapter11: Data Analysis And Probability
Section11.5: Interpreting Data
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Determine whether the given scenario describes a binomial setting. Justify your answer.

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Baby elk Biologists estimate that a randomly selected baby elk has a 44%
chance of surviving to adulthood. Assume this estimate is correct. Suppose
researchers choose 7 baby elk at random to monitor. Let X = the number
that survive to adulthood.
Transcribed Image Text:1. pg 349 Baby elk Biologists estimate that a randomly selected baby elk has a 44% chance of surviving to adulthood. Assume this estimate is correct. Suppose researchers choose 7 baby elk at random to monitor. Let X = the number that survive to adulthood.
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