Birth weights of babies in the United States can be modeled by a normal distribution with mean 3250 grams and standard deviation 550 grams. Those weighing less than 2500 grams are considered to be of low birth weight.
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Birth weights of babies in the United States can be modeled by a normal distribution with mean 3250 grams (7.165 pounds) and standard deviation 550 grams (1.213 pounds). Those weighing less than 2500 grams (5.512 pounds) are considered to be low birth weight. What proportion of the population would weigh less? What proportion would weigh more?
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