The average number of field mice per acre in a 6-acre wheat field is estimated to be 13. a. Find the probability that fewer than 7 field mice are found on a given acre; b. Find the probability that fewer than 7 field mice are found on 2 of the next 3 acres inspected;

The average number of field mice per acre in a 6-acre wheat field is estimated to be 13. a. Find the probability that fewer than 7 field mice are found on a given acre; b. Find the probability that fewer than 7 field mice are found on 2 of the next 3 acres inspected;

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The average number of field mice per acre in a 6-acre wheat field is estimated to be 13.

a. Find the probability that fewer than 7 field mice are found on a given acre;

b. Find the probability that fewer than 7 field mice are found on 2 of the next 3 acres inspected;

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