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2.4.6 Probabilities using the normal distribution (A-level only)

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Question 53

A geologist is studying the depth, DDD metres, of carbon sequestration in a specific geological formation. The depth is modelled by a normal distribution with mean μ=1250\mu = 1250μ=1250 m and standard deviation σ=80\sigma = 80σ=80 m.

a.

Find an estimate for the proportion of sequestration sites with a depth of less than 110011001100 m.

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b.

The research project involves two stages. Every site in the survey is measured in the first stage, and the deepest 12%12\%12% of sites are categorised as 'High Priority' for a more detailed second stage of testing.

Find an estimate for the minimum depth a site must have in the first stage to be categorised as High Priority. Give your answer to 4 significant figures.

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c.

Determine the median depth of the High Priority sites based on the first stage measurements.

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d.

The measurement in the second stage is independent of the first and follows the same normal distribution. A site receives 'Gold Status' if it is categorised as High Priority and its second stage measurement exceeds 140014001400 m.

A site is selected at random from the survey.

Find the probability that this site receives Gold Status.

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