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2.4.12 Calculate probabilities from a Normal distribution (A-level only)

2.4.12 Calculate probabilities from a Normal distribution (A-level only)

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A chemical company produces two types of liquid fertilizer, 'GrowthPlus' and 'LeafBloom'. The volume, G G\,G ml, of 'GrowthPlus' used in a standard sprayer is modelled by G∼N(12.2,1.22)G \sim N(12.2, 1.2^2)G∼N(12.2,1.22). The volume, L L\,L ml, of 'LeafBloom' used in a standard sprayer is modelled by L∼N(5.8,0.52)L \sim N(5.8, 0.5^2)L∼N(5.8,0.52).

a.

Two sprayers, one with each type of fertilizer, are selected at random. Find the probability that the volume of 'GrowthPlus' used is more than double the volume of 'LeafBloom' used.

[5]
b.

'LeafBloom' is sold in 900 ml bottles. Find the probability that one bottle will be sufficient for 150 standard sprayers.

[4]
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