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Chapter 4: Q.48 (page 286)

Construct the probability distribution function (PDF). Stop at x=6.

xP(x)123456

Short Answer

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The constructed table for the PDF is

XP(X)10.71320.2046330.0587340.0168650.0048460.00139

Step by step solution

01

Given Information

Success probability p=0.713.

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Explanation

Formula :

P(X=x)=p(1-p)x-1;0≤p≤1,x=1,2,…

When x=1,2,3,4,5,6is substituted into the preceding formula, the required probability distribution function (PDF) for Xis:

XP(X)10.71320.2046330.0587340.0168650.0048460.00139

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