SOLUTION: Given a binomial distribution with n = 23 and p = 0.78, would the normal distribution provide a reasonable approximation? Why or why not? Thank you

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Question 481448: Given a binomial distribution with n = 23 and p = 0.78, would the normal distribution provide a reasonable approximation? Why or why not?
Thank you

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Various texts have varying criteria for this.
Please check your text.
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If that doesn't work try Google for "normal
approximation criteria".
Cheers,
Stan H.