SOLUTION: Given a binomial distribution with n = 125 and p = 0.04, would the normal distribution provide a reasonable approximation? Why or why not?

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Question 622743: Given a binomial distribution with n = 125 and p = 0.04, would the normal distribution provide a reasonable approximation? Why or why not?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,
Note: We can use the normal distribution as a close approximation to the
binomial distribution whenever n%2Ap+%3E=+5 and n%2Aq+%3E=+5.
125%2A.04+=+5 and 125%2A.96+=+120
Yes, the normal distribution would provide a reasonable approximation to the binomial distribution