Find the probabillty using the normal distribution: P(-2.69

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**Using the Standard Normal Distribution Table to Find Probabilities**

### Example Problem:

**Find the probability using the normal distribution: \( P(-2.69 < z < 0) \). Use [The Standard Normal Distribution Table](#) and enter the answer to 4 decimal places.**

\[ P(-2.69 < z < 0) =\ \_ \_ \_ \_ \]

### Steps to Solve:

1. **Identify the Z-Scores:** 

   - Negative Z-score: -2.69
   - Zero Z-score: 0

2. **Consult the Standard Normal Distribution Table:**

   - Look up the value corresponding to \( z = 0 \) in the table. This should be 0.5 because the area under the curve from the mean (z=0) to the left is exactly half.
   - Look up the value corresponding to \( z = -2.69 \) in the table. The table typically gives the cumulative probability from the far left up to the given z-score. 

3. **Calculate the Area:**

   - The cumulative probability for \( z = -2.69 \) can be directly obtained from the table. 
   - To find \( P(-2.69 < z < 0) \), subtract the cumulative probability for \( z = -2.69 \) from the cumulative probability for \( z = 0 \) (0.5).

4. **Output the Result:**

   - Enter the probability to four decimal places.

### Reference:
- **Standard Normal Distribution Table**: A useful tool for finding the probability associated with a standard normal distribution (bell-curve).

**Note:**
- Values from standard normal tables represent areas (probabilities) under the bell curve. The cumulative area from far left (-∞) to a z-score.

### Check and Submit:

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**Final Answer Submission:**

\[ P(-2.69 < z < 0) = \_\_ \_\_ \_\_ \_\_ \]

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**Reminder: Always cross-check with the Standard Normal Distribution Table for accurate results. This example ensures clarity in navigating through z-scores and interpreting results.**
Transcribed Image Text:--- **Using the Standard Normal Distribution Table to Find Probabilities** ### Example Problem: **Find the probability using the normal distribution: \( P(-2.69 < z < 0) \). Use [The Standard Normal Distribution Table](#) and enter the answer to 4 decimal places.** \[ P(-2.69 < z < 0) =\ \_ \_ \_ \_ \] ### Steps to Solve: 1. **Identify the Z-Scores:** - Negative Z-score: -2.69 - Zero Z-score: 0 2. **Consult the Standard Normal Distribution Table:** - Look up the value corresponding to \( z = 0 \) in the table. This should be 0.5 because the area under the curve from the mean (z=0) to the left is exactly half. - Look up the value corresponding to \( z = -2.69 \) in the table. The table typically gives the cumulative probability from the far left up to the given z-score. 3. **Calculate the Area:** - The cumulative probability for \( z = -2.69 \) can be directly obtained from the table. - To find \( P(-2.69 < z < 0) \), subtract the cumulative probability for \( z = -2.69 \) from the cumulative probability for \( z = 0 \) (0.5). 4. **Output the Result:** - Enter the probability to four decimal places. ### Reference: - **Standard Normal Distribution Table**: A useful tool for finding the probability associated with a standard normal distribution (bell-curve). **Note:** - Values from standard normal tables represent areas (probabilities) under the bell curve. The cumulative area from far left (-∞) to a z-score. ### Check and Submit: - You can press "Check" to verify your answer or "Save For Later" to continue at a later time. --- **Final Answer Submission:** \[ P(-2.69 < z < 0) = \_\_ \_\_ \_\_ \_\_ \] --- **Reminder: Always cross-check with the Standard Normal Distribution Table for accurate results. This example ensures clarity in navigating through z-scores and interpreting results.**
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