5.60 Should you use the binomial distribution? In each of the following situations, is it reasonable to use a binomial distribution for the random variable X? Give reasons for your answer in each case.

  1. (a) In a random sample of students in a fitness study, X is the mean daily exercise time of the sample.

  2. (b) A manufacturer of running shoes picks a random sample of 20 shoes from the production of shoes each day for a detailed inspection. X is the number of pairs of shoes with a defect.

  3. (c) A nutrition study chooses an SRS of college students. They are asked whether or not they usually eat at least five servings of fruits or vegetables per day. X is the number who say that they do.

  4. (d) X is the number of days during the school year when you skip a class.