SOLUTION: A particular fruit's weights are normally distributed, with a mean of 287 grams and a standard deviation of 19 grams. If you pick one fruit at random, what is the probability th

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Question 1179423: A particular fruit's weights are normally distributed, with a mean of 287 grams and a standard deviation of 19 grams.
If you pick one fruit at random, what is the probability that it will weigh between 251 grams and 346 grams
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi
Distribution: approximately normal with µ = 287 and σ = 19
Using TI or similarly an inexpensive calculator like an Casio fx-115 ES plus
Pick one:
P(251 <  x̄ < 346) = normalcdf(251,346,287, 19) = .97

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