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Addition Rule in Probability

Addition Rule in Probability

Addition Rule calculates the probability of one or more events occurring. For mutually exclusive events, add individual probabilities. For non-mutually exclusive events, add individual probabilities and subtract the probability of both events occurring.

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λ (lambda) in Poisson distribution

λ (lambda) in Poisson distribution

In probability theory and statistics, λ (lambda) is a parameter used to represent the average rate or average number of events occurring in a fixed interval in the context of a Poisson distribution.

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Derive the Second Moment of the Poisson Distribution

Mastering Probability Theory: A Comprehensive Guide to Random Variable

Probability theory is a fascinating subject that has many applications in the real world. Understanding the basics of random variables and probability distributions is essential for anyone working in a field that deals with uncertainty. By mastering probability theory, you can make better decisions and improve your ability to analyze and interpret data.

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Probability Cause and Effect Problem

Question What does it mean for one event 𝐶 to cause another event 𝐸 - for example, smoking (𝐶) to cause cancer (𝐸)? There is a long history in philosophy, statistics, and the sciences of trying to clearly analyze the concept of a cause. One tradition says that causes...

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Probability Problem: Suppose you roll a fair die two times. Let 𝐴 be the event “THE SUM OF THE THROWS EQUALS 5” and 𝐵 be the event “AT LEAST ONE OF THE THROWS IS A 4”. Solve for the probability that the sum of the throws equals 5, given that at least one of the throws is a 4. That is, solve 𝑃(𝐴|𝐵).

Solution We have A = (1,4), (2,3), (3,2), (4,1) B = (1,4), (2,4), (3,4), (4,4), (5,4), (6,4), (4,1), (4,2), (4,3), (4,5), (4,6) \( P(A|B) = \dfrac {P(A∩B)}{P(B)} \) \( A∩B = (1,4), (4,1) \) The sample space comprises of 6×6 = 36 eventsHence,\( P(A∩B) = \dfrac{2}{36} =...

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