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> $X\_1$, $X\_2$, $X\_3$ are independent random variables, each with an exponential distribution, but with means of $2.0, 5.0, 10.0$ respectively. Let $Y$= the smallest or minimum value of these three random variables. Derive and identify the distribution of $Y$. (The distribution function may be useful). 
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How do I solve this question? Do I plug in each mean to the exponential distribution? I would appreciate it if someone could explain this to me, thanks.