What is the probability distribution

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Question: A sugar refiner uses a machine to pack sugar in 5-lb cartons. To check the machine's accuracy, cartons are selected at random and weighed. The results follow:

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a. Describe a random variable X that is associated with these data.

b. Find the probability distribution for the random variable X.

c. Compute the mean and standard deviation of X.

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