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Probability Calculation for Poisson Distribution

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An internal study by the Technology Services department at Lahey Electronics revealed company employees receive an average of two emails per hour. Assume the arrival of these emails is approximated by the Poisson distribution.
a. What is the probability Linda Lahey, company president, received exactly 1 email between 4 P.M. and 5 P.M. yesterday?
b. What is the probability she received 5 or more email during the same period?
c. What is the probability she did not receive any email during the period?

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This solution provides a step by step methodology for the calculation of the Poisson distribution. Formulas for the calculations and an interpretation of the results generated are included. Additionally, a Word document is attached containing the required formula for solving this solution.

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