The 99 percent confidence interval for the average weight of a product is from 71.36 lbs.to 78.64 lbs.Can we conclude that μ is equal to 71,using a 99 percent confidence interval? Briefly explain.
A)Yes
B)No

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We cannot conclude that μ is equal to 71 because its value falls outside the 99 percent confidence interval. The interval only provides evidence that the true population mean weight lies between 71.36 lbs. and 78.64 lbs. with 99 percent confidence.

The 99 Percent Confidence Interval for the Average Weight of a Product