what would be the most appropriate probability distribution for each of the following random variables, justify you answers. 1. Whether a tumor is benign or malignant. 2. Number of people with a malignant tumor out of 10 patients with tumor. 3. Size of tumors.

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what would be the most appropriate probability distribution for each of the following random variables, justify you answers.

1. Whether a tumor is benign or malignant.

2. Number of people with a malignant tumor out of 10 patients with tumor.

3. Size of tumors.

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