Consider a pair of random variables X and Y, each of which take on values on the set A={1,2,…,[n]}. The joint distribution of X and Y is a constant for all (x,y) pairs coming from the set A above. Let the random variable Z be given as the maximum of X and Y.  Find the probability that Z is less than or equal to [k].  

What was the purpose of placing personal items in the tombs of ancient Egyptians?

Suppose you roll a pair of  4-sided fair dice. The first roll is F, the second roll is S, and the sum total is X. Find the probability  P[F=2|X=4]. 

Suppose there are  [n] devices in parallel. The probability that each device works is p=[p]. What is the probability of success overall?

What was the original purpose of coins placed on the eyes of the deceased?

What was a common practice in Celtic burials for warriors?

Which cultural practice emphasized painted furniture and symbolic grave goods?

Why were trees planted on Chinese graves?

Which culture practiced human sacrifice during funerals for nobility?

What did the Vikings believe was necessary for a soul to move on to the afterlife?