Probability
Not what you're looking for?
The probability is 1 in 4,000,000 that a single auto trip in the United States will result in a
fatality. Over a lifetime, an average U.S. driver takes 50,000 trips.
(a) What is the probability of a fatal accident over a lifetime? Explain your reasoning carefully.
(b) Why might a driver be tempted not to use a seat belt "just on this trip"?
Purchase this Solution
Solution Summary
The solution provides detailed step-by-step calculations and analysis of the given problem.
Solution Preview
a) One one trip, the probability of survival, P(survival) = 1 - 1/4,000,000 = 3,999,999/4,000,000
Therefore,the probability of survival on 50,000 trips is given as:
...
Education
- MSc, Osmania University
- MSc, Indian Institute of Technology - Roorkee (I.I.T.-ROORKEE)
- BSc, Banaras Hindu University
Recent Feedback
- "Very fast turnaround. Excellent communication! Much appreciated!"
- "excellent"
- "excellent"
- "excellent work"
- "Fantastic..great solution and very well explained!!!!"
Purchase this Solution
Free BrainMass Quizzes
Measures of Central Tendency
Tests knowledge of the three main measures of central tendency, including some simple calculation questions.
Measures of Central Tendency
This quiz evaluates the students understanding of the measures of central tendency seen in statistics. This quiz is specifically designed to incorporate the measures of central tendency as they relate to psychological research.
Terms and Definitions for Statistics
This quiz covers basic terms and definitions of statistics.
Know Your Statistical Concepts
Each question is a choice-summary multiple choice question that presents you with a statistical concept and then 4 numbered statements. You must decide which (if any) of the numbered statements is/are true as they relate to the statistical concept.