Introduction to Business Statistics
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Chapter 5.4, Problem 5.21E
A financial advisor frequently holds investment counseling workshops for persons who have responded to his direct mailings. The typical workshop has 10 attendees. In the past, the advisor has found that in 35% of the workshops, nobody signs up for the advanced class that is offered; in 30% of the workshops, one person signs up; in 25% of the workshops, two people sign up; and in 10% of the workshops, three or more people sign up. The advisor is holding a workshop tomorrow. What is the
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Introduction to Business Statistics
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