Binomial Probability

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What is Binomial Probability?

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Binomial Probability refers to the probability of obtaining a fixed number of successes in a fixed number of independent Bernoulli trials, each with the same probability of success.

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What does 'n' represent in the binomial probability formula?

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In the binomial probability formula, 'n' represents the number of trials.

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What does 'k' represent in the binomial probability formula?

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In the binomial probability formula, 'k' represents the number of successes.

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What does 'p' represent in the binomial probability formula?

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In the binomial probability formula, 'p' represents the probability of success on a single trial.

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What does 'q' represent in the binomial probability formula?

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In the binomial probability formula, 'q' represents the probability of failure on a single trial.

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What is a discrete random variable?

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A discrete random variable is a variable that can take on a countable number of distinct values.

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What is a continuous random variable?

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A continuous random variable is a variable that can take on an infinite number of values within a given range.

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What are the conditions for a binomial experiment?

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1. There are a fixed number of trials. 2. Each trial has two possible outcomes (success or failure). 3. The trials are independent. 4. The probability of success is the same for each trial.

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Is the number of suitcases lost by airlines a discrete or continuous variable?

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Discrete variable.

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Is the amount of rainfall a discrete or continuous variable?

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Continuous variable.