a communication system consists of n components, each of which will, independently, function with probability p. the total system will be able to operate effectively if at least one-half of its components function. (a) let x denote the number of functioning components out of the n components. what is the distribution of x? (b) what is the probability that a 5-component system will function? (c) for what values of p is a 5-component system more likely to operate effectively than a 3-component system?