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On the basis of your reading, respond to the following questions:

The authors of the article identify several examples of how the binomial distribution can be used in the criminal justice system. Select one of the four examples and describe how the binomial probability distribution was used in this real-world situation.
What evidence do the authors provide that suspect MT was actually innocent? How did the binomial distribution predict his eventual release?
The authors created a series of “yes/no” or “true/false” questionnaires to deliver to potential suspects. How could you apply this technique to your proposed research study? Would a binomial distribution be appropriate to your topic and your approach?