Advanced Quantitative Methods
The symbol ∫ represents the integral in calculus, which is a fundamental concept used to compute the area under a curve or to determine the accumulation of quantities. It connects deeply with joint, marginal, and conditional distributions by allowing us to find probabilities over specified intervals in continuous random variables. Integrals are essential for transitioning from discrete to continuous distributions, helping to understand relationships and dependencies between random variables.
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