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What is the binomial distribution?
What is the binomial distribution?
- A distribution used for normalizing data
- A distribution for large sample sizes
- A discrete probability distribution (correct)
- A continuous probability distribution
What are the parameters of the binomial distribution?
What are the parameters of the binomial distribution?
- x and y
- n and p (correct)
- alpha and beta
- n and q
What is a Bernoulli trial?
What is a Bernoulli trial?
- An experiment with a fixed outcome
- A trial with only one outcome (correct)
- An experiment with independent outcomes
- A trial with a continuous outcome
When does the binomial distribution become a good approximation even for large sample sizes?
When does the binomial distribution become a good approximation even for large sample sizes?
In general, how do we represent a random variable X following the binomial distribution with parameters n and p?
In general, how do we represent a random variable X following the binomial distribution with parameters n and p?
What is the binomial distribution?
What is the binomial distribution?
What is a Bernoulli trial?
What is a Bernoulli trial?
What is the basis for the popular binomial test of statistical significance?
What is the basis for the popular binomial test of statistical significance?
When is the hypergeometric distribution used instead of the binomial distribution?
When is the hypergeometric distribution used instead of the binomial distribution?
How do we represent a random variable X following the binomial distribution with parameters n and p?
How do we represent a random variable X following the binomial distribution with parameters n and p?
What is the binomial distribution in probability theory and statistics?
What is the binomial distribution in probability theory and statistics?
What is a Bernoulli trial?
What is a Bernoulli trial?
When is the binomial distribution a good approximation even for large sample sizes?
When is the binomial distribution a good approximation even for large sample sizes?
What is the basis for the popular binomial test of statistical significance?
What is the basis for the popular binomial test of statistical significance?
When is the hypergeometric distribution used instead of the binomial distribution?
When is the hypergeometric distribution used instead of the binomial distribution?
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Study Notes
Binomial Distribution Overview
- Describes the number of successes in a fixed number of independent Bernoulli trials.
- Each trial has two possible outcomes: success or failure.
- Characterized by its discrete probability distribution.
Parameters of Binomial Distribution
- n: Represents the number of trials.
- p: Represents the probability of success on each trial.
Bernoulli Trial
- A single experiment or process that results in one of two outcomes (success or failure).
- Each trial is independent of others.
- Probability of success is denoted by p, while the probability of failure is 1-p.
Approximation for Large Sample Sizes
- The binomial distribution can be approximated using a normal distribution when:
- Both np and n(1-p) are greater than or equal to 5.
- This approximation simplifies calculations for large n.
Representation of Random Variable
- A random variable X following a binomial distribution is denoted as X ~ Binomial(n, p).
- Represents the count of successes in n trials with success probability p.
Binomial Test of Statistical Significance
- The basis lies in comparing the observed number of successes to the expected using the binomial distribution.
- Helps assess whether the observed frequency of successes provides enough evidence against a null hypothesis.
Hypergeometric Distribution Use
- Used when sampling without replacement from a finite population.
- Differentiates from binomial distribution, which assumes replacement and independence of trials.
- Necessary when the sample size is a significant portion of the population size.
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