7. The average number of field mice per acre in a 5-acre wheat field is estimated to be 12. Find the probability that fewer than 7 field mice are found a. On a given acre; b. On 2 of the next 3 acres inspected.

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7. The average number of field mice per acre in a 5-acre wheat field is estimated to be 12. Find the probability that
fewer than 7 field mice are found
a. On a given acre;
b. On 2 of the next 3 acres inspected.
Transcribed Image Text:7. The average number of field mice per acre in a 5-acre wheat field is estimated to be 12. Find the probability that fewer than 7 field mice are found a. On a given acre; b. On 2 of the next 3 acres inspected.
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