What are the mean and standard deviation of a probability

Aaden Lam

Aaden Lam

Answered question

2022-01-29

What are the mean and standard deviation of a probability density function given by Pr(X=k)=10ke10k! for k{0,1,2...}?

Answer & Explanation

Rosa Nicholson

Rosa Nicholson

Beginner2022-01-30Added 13 answers

Explanation: This is a Poisson distribution. the standard eqn is: XP(λ)P(X=k)=λkeλk! For k{0,1,2,3,4..} where mean E(X)=λ ; Variance Var(X)=λ in this case P(X=k)=10ke10k! For k{0,1,2,3,4..} E(X)=10 Var(X)=10 sd=10

Do you have a similar question?

Recalculate according to your conditions!

New Questions in College Statistics

Ask your question.
Get an expert answer.

Let our experts help you. Answer in as fast as 15 minutes.

Didn't find what you were looking for?