A test consists of 10 true/false questions. To pass the test a student must answer at least 8 questions correctly. a) If a student guesses on each question, what is the probability that the student will pass the test? b) Find the mean and standard deviation of the number of correct answers.

A test consists of 10 true/false questions. To pass the test a student must answer at least 8 questions correctly. a) If a student guesses on each question, what is the probability that the student will pass the test? b) Find the mean and standard deviation of the number of correct answers.

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