Probability distributions, expectation and variance

  • Binomial conditions
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    Binomial Conditions

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    2 out of 3

    When is an experiment described by the binomial distribution? Why do we need both the condition about independence and the one about constant probability?

  • A well-stirred sample
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    A Well-Stirred Sample

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    2 out of 3
    Typical survey sample sizes are about 1000 people. Why is this?
  • Exponential intersection
    problem

    Exponential Intersection

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    3 out of 3

    Can the pdfs and cdfs of an exponential distribution intersect?

  • Statistics - maths of real life
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    Statistics - Maths of Real Life

    Age
    14 to 18
    Challenge level
    1 out of 3
    This pilot collection of resources is designed to introduce key statistical ideas and help students to deepen their understanding.