What Is the Probability of Finding Small Tomatoes in a Random Sample?

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The probability of finding small tomatoes in a random sample from a farm is estimated at 2.3%. In a scenario where 12 tomatoes are randomly selected, the probability of exactly 3 being unfit for sale is calculated to be 0.217, while the probability of at least 4 being unfit is 0.012. These calculations are essential for farmers to understand the yield quality and manage their produce effectively.

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it is estimated 2.3% of the cherry tomatos fruits produced on a certain farm are considered to be small and cannot be sold for commercial purposes. The farmers have to separate such fruits and use them for domestic consumption instead.
a) 12 tomatoes are randomly selected from the produce, Calc
i) the probability that 3 are not fit for selling
ii)the prob that atleast 4 are not fit for selling


answers are a i) 0.217 ii) 0.012

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