Probability-annexation suit

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An annexation suit is being considered against a county subdivision of 600 residencies by a neighboring city. If 40% of the residents favor being annexed and if a random sample of 15 will be collected,

A) Demonstrate whether it is acceptable to use the binomial approximation

B) What is the probability that at least 5 of those sampled will favor the annexation suit?

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