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Maximise a normal interval probability by choosing its mean

The random variable RR is normally distributed such that R∼N(μ,16)R\sim N(\mu,16). Find the maximum possible value of P(−3.74≤R≤5.82)P(-3.74\le R\le5.82).

CJC · Lecture · Review Question 12

The interval width is fixed; vary the mean until both endpoint distances are equal.

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