(a) Find the mean of X. (b) Find the variance of X.

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Problem #5: An assembly consists of two independent mechanical components. Suppose that the probabilities that the first
and second components meet specifications are 0.97 and 0.83, respectively. Let X be the number of components
in the assembly that meet specifications.
(a) Find the mean of X.
(b) Find the variance of X.
Transcribed Image Text:Problem #5: An assembly consists of two independent mechanical components. Suppose that the probabilities that the first and second components meet specifications are 0.97 and 0.83, respectively. Let X be the number of components in the assembly that meet specifications. (a) Find the mean of X. (b) Find the variance of X.
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