SOLUTION: The theoretical probability of undesirable side effects resulting from taking Xyclon is 1 in 12. If 120 people take Xyclon to relieve pain from stomach ulcers, theoretically how ma

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Question 267744: The theoretical probability of undesirable side effects resulting from taking Xyclon is 1 in 12. If 120 people take Xyclon to relieve pain from stomach ulcers, theoretically how many will encounter undesirable side effects?
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The theoretical probability of undesirable side effects resulting from taking Xyclon is 1 in 12.
If 120 people take Xyclon to relieve pain from stomach ulcers, theoretically how many will encounter undesirable side effects?
Ans: (1/12)(120) = 10
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Stan H.