1a) If X is the random variable defined as “ the number of heads when a coin is tossed 5 times”. (i) Outline and analyze the sample space, comment on the random Variable, X where numerical values are assigned.  (ii) Derive by analysis the Probability distribution function(PDF) of X.  b) It is known that 90% of a defected computers can be repaired. A sample of 20 computers is selected randomly, find the probability that; (i) At least 3 computers can be repaired.  (ii) 5 or less can be repaired. (iii) None can be repaired  Based on your output for these, how will you advised after a critical analysis from your output.

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1a) If X is the random variable defined as “ the number of heads
when a coin is tossed 5 times”.
(i) Outline and analyze the sample space, comment on the random
Variable, X where numerical values are assigned. 
(ii) Derive by analysis the Probability distribution function(PDF) of X. 

b) It is known that 90% of a defected computers can be
repaired. A sample of 20 computers is selected randomly, find
the probability that;
(i) At least 3 computers can be repaired. 
(ii) 5 or less can be repaired.
(iii) None can be repaired 
Based on your output for these, how will you advised after a critical analysis
from your output.

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