Continuous Random Variable
Definition
A continuous random variable is a variable that can take on any value within a certain range, usually represented by an interval. It can have an infinite number of possible values.
Analogy
Think of a continuous random variable like the temperature outside. The temperature can be any value within a given range (e.g., between -10°C and 30°C), and there are infinitely many possible temperatures within that range.
Related terms
Probability Distribution: A probability distribution describes the likelihood of different outcomes for a random variable.
Uniform Distribution: A uniform distribution occurs when all values within a given range are equally likely to occur.
Normal Distribution: A normal distribution, also known as a bell curve, is a common probability distribution that is symmetric and bell-shaped.
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- Which of the following is an example of a continuous random variable?
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