In order to use the binomial distribution, which of the following conditions are necessary?
A) a series of N trials with only 2 possible outcomes
B) outcomes are mutually exclusive
C) there must be independence between trials
D) P and Q must remain the same from trial to trial.
E) all of these

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All of these conditions are necessary in order to use the binomial distribution. A series of N trials with only 2 possible outcomes (A), outcomes are mutually exclusive (B), there must be independence between trials (C), and P and Q must remain the same from trial to trial (D) are all key conditions that must be met in order for the binomial distribution to accurately model the probability of a certain number of successes in a given number of trials.

In Order to Use the Binomial Distribution, Which of the Following