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the probability of selecting a rotten apple from a basket is 12%. what is the probability of selecting three good apples when selecting one from each of three different baskets

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Answer:

68.1%

Explanation:

The probability of selecting a rotten apple is 12%, so the probability of selecting a good apple is 88%.

The probability of selecting 3 good apples is:

P = (0.88)³

P = 0.681

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