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If the mean and standard deviation of a binomial distribution are 20 and 4, respectively, then the number of trials is ________
MathematicsProbabilityAP EAMCETAP EAMCET 2020 (23 Sep Shift 1)
Options:
  • A 25
  • B 50
  • C 200
  • D 100
Solution:
2956 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 25
Given, mean of a binomial distribution =20

 np=20       i

and standard deviation of a binomial distribution =4

 np1-p=4            ii

Put np=20 from equation i to equation ii, we get

 201-p=4

 p=45

Put the value of p in the equation i, we get

 n45=20

 n=25 

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