Assume that random guesses are made for eight multiple choice questions on an SAT​ test, so that there are n=8 ​trials, each with probability of success​ (correct) given by p=0.65. Find the indicated probability for the number of correct answers.   Find the probability that the number x of correct answers is fewer than 4.

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Assume that random guesses are made for
eight
multiple choice questions on an SAT​ test, so that there are
n=8
​trials, each with probability of success​ (correct) given by
p=0.65.
Find the indicated probability for the number of correct answers.
 
Find the probability that the number x of correct answers is fewer than
4.
 
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