Problem 3: A factory manufactures a specific copper part. It is found at a certain temperature the resistance in m2 of this part is normally distributed with mean of 23.8 and standard deviation of 1.23. Among 5000 units of such parts, how many units are likely to have a resistance (a) less than 23? (b) greater than 24? (c) between 24.2 and 24.5?

Problem 3: A factory manufactures a specific copper part. It is found at a certain temperature the resistance in m2 of this part is normally distributed with mean of 23.8 and standard deviation of 1.23. Among 5000 units of such parts, how many units are likely to have a resistance (a) less than 23? (b) greater than 24? (c) between 24.2 and 24.5?

Power System Analysis and Design (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter4: Transmission Line Parameters

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Problem 4.2P: The temperature dependence of resistance is also quantified by the relation R2=R1[ 1+(T2T1) ] where...

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