Question

4. The most dangerous intersection in California is the crossing of Devonshire Street and Reseda Boulevard in Los Angeles. On average, an accident occurs at this intersection once every six days. The city labels a day an "Unacceptable" if there are 2 or more accidents in a given day. After 10 Unacceptable days, the city will shut down the intersection. [4 points] a. How long, in days, do you expect the intersection will be open? (You must define any random variables in words and symbols.) 2 points] b. Would it be strange for the intersection to stay open 2019 days or more? (Use a statistical argument.)

Answer 1

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