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In a recent election, 36% of registered voters actually voted. Assuming the population proportion of voters...

In a recent election, 36% of registered voters actually voted. Assuming the population proportion of voters is 36%, find the probability that in a random sample of 75 people less than 40% will vote. Round off your answer to four decimal places.

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