Mathematical expression for probability density function

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The weight of a .5 cubic yard bag of landscape mulch in uniformly distributed over the interval from 38.5 to 41.5 pounds.

a. Give a mathematical expression for the probability density function.
b. What is the probability that a bag will weigh more than 40 pounds?
c. What is the probability that a bag will weigh less than 39 pounds?
d. What is the probability that a bag will weigh between 39 and 40 pounds?

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