Consider the probability that at most 85 out of 136 DVDs will malfunction. Assume the probability that a given DVD will malfunction is 98%. Specify whether the normal curve can be used as an approximation to the binomial probability by verifying the necessary conditions.

Consider the probability that at most 85 out of 136 DVDs will malfunction. Assume the probability that a given DVD will malfunction is 98%. Specify whether the normal curve can be used as an approximation to the binomial probability by verifying the necessary conditions.

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Specify whether the normal curve can be used as an approximation to the binomial probability by verifying the necessary conditions.

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