The life of a power transmission tower is exponentially distributed, with mean life 25 years. If three towers, operated independently, are being erected at the same time, what is the probability that at least 2 will still stand after 35 years?

The life of a power transmission tower is exponentially distributed, with mean life 25 years. If three towers, operated independently, are being erected at the same time, what is the probability that at least 2 will still stand after 35 years?

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