Most binomial probability calculations required in these exercises can be done by using Table C or the Normal approximation. Your instructor may request that you use the binomial probability formula or software. In exercises requiring the Normal approximation, you should use the continuity correction if you studied that topic.
5.38 Tossing a die.
You are tossing a balanced die that has probability 1/6 of coming up 1 on each toss. Tosses are independent. We are interested in how long we must wait to get the first 1.