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Cumulative Exam — Cumulative exam

Question 7 • Probability and Statistics with Applications Honors Sem-1-FL-1210300 (2024-2025)

At the Fisher farm, the weights of zucchini squash are Normally distributed, with a mean of 5 ounces and a standard deviation of 0.7 ounces. Which weight represents the 8th percentile?Find the z-table here.

Answer
A
3.56 ounces
B
4.01 ounces
C
5.59 ounces
D
5.98 ounces

Explanation

The 8th percentile is the value with 8% of the distribution below it. The z-score for a cumulative probability of 0.08 is about −1.41. Convert this z-score to a weight: 5 + (−1.41)(0.7) ≈ 4.01 ounces, so the correct choice is 4.01 ounces.

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