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ap statistics - binomial & geometric distributions

originally streamed in 2019 with Shane DurkanTeacher
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Learn binomial and geometric random variables for AP Statistics with clear explanations, worked examples, and calculator tips. This video covers the BINS checklist, probability formulas, expected values, and real FRQ practice to strengthen your under ...more

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units
Unit 4 – Probability, Random Variables, and Probability Distributions
topics
4.10 Introduction to the Binomial Distribution4.11 Parameters for a Binomial Distribution4.12 The Geometric Distribution

timestamps

  • 0:00

    Introduction and Welcome

  • 0:32

    Schedule and Upcoming Topics

  • 1:37

    Exam Tips and Resources

  • 2:11

    Session Agenda Overview

  • 2:42

    Binomial Setting Explained

  • 3:42

    Binomial Random Variable

  • 7:59

    BINS Checklist

  • 9:32

    Blood Type Example

  • 10:34

    Binomial Formula Breakdown

  • 12:41

    Probability Calculation Example

  • 13:45

    Mean and Standard Deviation

  • 15:17

    Geometric Distribution Introduction

  • 16:19

    Geometric Probability Formula

  • 18:25

    Expected Value for Geometric

  • 18:56

    Handout and Properties

  • 20:31

    TI-84 Binomial Tips

  • 21:32

    Pepsi Binomial Example

  • 23:04

    Pepsi Geometric Example

  • 24:06

    2016 FRQ Analysis

  • 26:12

    FRQ Part A Solution

  • 27:22

    FRQ Part B Solution

  • 30:35

    FRQ Part C Reasoning

  • 32:10

    Pepsi 5 or 6 Example

  • 34:50

    CDF Example Introduction

  • 35:22

    Barry Bonds Binomial

  • 36:27

    Barry Bonds Geometric

  • 37:29

    10 or More Home Runs

  • 39:02

    First Home Run After 10

  • 40:04

    Closing Remarks

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