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a. What is the probability that your first call that connects is your 7th call? b. What is the probability that it requires more than 3 calls for you to connect?

A First Course in Probability (10th Edition)

10th Edition

ISBN:9780134753119

Author:Sheldon Ross

Publisher:Sheldon Ross

Chapter1: Combinatorial Analysis

Section: Chapter Questions

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EXPRESS FINAL ANSWERS IN 3 DECIMAL PLACES.

The probability of each of your call connecting to K-lite FM radio is .03, wherein your call doesn't receive any busy signal and the DJ greets you on the other end. Assume that your calls are independent.

a. What is the probability that your first call that connects is your 7th call?

b. What is the probability that it requires more than 3 calls for you to connect?

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