6. A certain area in the Philippines is, on average, hit by 6 hurricanes a year. Find the probability that in a given year that area will be hit by (a) fewer than 4 hurricanes; (b) anywhere from 6 to 8 hurricanes.

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6. A certain area in the Philippines is, on average, hit by 6 hurricanes a year. Find the probability
that in a given year that area will be hit by
(a) fewer than 4 hurricanes;
(b) anywhere from 6 to 8 hurricanes.
Transcribed Image Text:6. A certain area in the Philippines is, on average, hit by 6 hurricanes a year. Find the probability that in a given year that area will be hit by (a) fewer than 4 hurricanes; (b) anywhere from 6 to 8 hurricanes.
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