Solved: Based on extensive testing, it is determined by

Chapter 4, Problem 3.31

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Based on extensive testing, it is determined by the manufacturer of a washing machine that the time Y (in years) before a major repair is required is characterized by the probability density function f(y)=1 4ey/4,y 0, 0, elsewhere. (a) Critics would certainly consider the product a bargain if it is unlikely to require a major repair before the sixth year. Comment on this by determining P(Y>6). (b) What is the probability that a major repair occurs in the rst year?

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