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What is the primary method for students to ask questions during office hours?
Which days are office hours scheduled?
What should a student do if they want to meet outside of office hours?
Which email address can students use to contact for course-related issues?
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If a student has a question about course materials, what should they clearly identify in their email?
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What is the consequence of sending multiple emails on the same subject?
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How long should a student expect to wait for an email response during business days?
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What is not allowed to be discussed in the office?
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What percentage of the final grade is allocated to the Final Exam?
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How are assignments submitted for this course?
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What happens if a student misses a midterm quiz?
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What is the recommended approach before submitting assignment answers?
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Which of the following is true about midterm quizzes?
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What occurs if a student's assignment is submitted late?
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What is the weight of the two midterm quizzes combined in the final grade?
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What is one of the primary objectives of this course?
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Which theorem should students be able to state and describe its consequences?
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Which of the following is a requirement for performing statistical inference calculations?
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What should students do to prepare for the next class effectively?
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Which of the following behaviors is expected in class?
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What is the role of the Math and Science Help Centre mentioned in the syllabus?
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What is suggested if students have questions about the course?
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What is the instructor's formal title as stated in the syllabus?
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What is the purpose of the Student Accessibility Centre?
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How can students contact the Student Accessibility Coordinator?
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What underlying principle does UNB emphasize in its equity, diversity, and inclusion policy?
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What does UNB’s Sexual Violence Policy aim to promote?
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Where is the CSASA office located on the Fredericton Campus?
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What should students do in case of emergency safety services?
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What is the role of Campus Sexual Assault Support Advocates (CSASA’s)?
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What does the territorial acknowledgment signify in UNB's policy?
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Which of the following actions constitutes plagiarism?
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What is a potential penalty for committing plagiarism at the University of New Brunswick?
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What must a student do to avoid plagiarism in their work?
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Which of the following demonstrates academic misconduct?
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Why is documenting sources important?
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What kind of recording is generally prohibited during classes at the University of New Brunswick?
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Study Notes
Course Objectives
- Students will gain an understanding of probability theory and statistics concepts related to random variables.
- Students will learn the rules of probability theory and be able to calculate probabilities for both discrete and continuous random variables.
- Students will understand the concept of a probability distribution function and its connection to probabilities for continuous random variables.
- Students will be able to state the Central Limit Theorem and describe its implications.
- Students will understand the concept of sampling a population and factors that can influence sample results.
- Students will be able to perform statistical inference calculations based on a sample mean.
Class Information and Notes
- Attendance in class is expected.
- Be respectful to others in class and refrain from distracting behaviour.
- Raise your hand to ask questions during class, the professor will respond when appropriate.
- Engage in active learning by understanding the reasoning behind course materials.
- Prepare for the next class session by reviewing notes, checking comprehension, and reading ahead.
- Contact the instructor immediately if you have any questions about the course.
- Review the weekly assignment as soon as it’s posted to seek help via email or during office hours if needed.
Additional Math Help
- Free tutoring is available at the Math and Science Help Centre in the Hans W. Klohn Commons Building, room 134.
About the Instructor
- The instructor’s name is Keith De’Bell, his email address is [email protected].
- His office is GH214 (inside GH216).
- Refer to him as Keith, Professor De’Bell, or Dr. De’Bell.
- Office hours are Monday and Wednesday 9:30-10:20 am and Tuesday 9:30-11:20 am.
- Appointments are not required for office hours.
- The instructor is often in his office before the official start of office hours.
- Office hours end promptly at the stated time to allow for the next class.
- Office hours are only held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays when there are classes, excluding University Holidays.
- The office is shared and may be visited by other students, so personal matters should not be discussed there.
Email Communication
- You are welcome to contact the instructor about the course via email.
- Expect a reply within two working days (Monday-Friday excluding University Holidays).
- Check the D2L course page for information before sending an email.
- Avoid sending multiple emails on the same subject within two working days.
- Include the course in the subject line of the email.
- Clearly define the materials section being referred and state a specific question when asking about course materials.
- If asking about an assignment, clearly state the assignment number, question and part (if applicable), and a specific question.
- Use your UNB email account only.
Appointments
- Student questions are typically addressed via email or during office hours.
- To arrange a meeting with the instructor outside of office hours, contact him via email explaining the reason for the appointment.
- Meetings outside of office hours are conducted online via Microsoft Teams.
Course Materials
- Course materials and announcements, including lecture summaries, are posted on the D2L course page.
Course Grading Scheme
- Assignments: 20%
- Midterm 1: 15%
- Midterm 2: 15%
- Final Exam: 50%
Assignments
- Assignments are posted on the D2L page one week before the deadline.
- Assignments must be submitted through the D2L system by the stated deadline.
- No deadline extensions are granted.
- Assignment answers are submitted via a D2L multiple-choice quiz, but it is recommended students write out their answers in full before submitting.
- Assignment solutions are posted within one working day of the deadline.
- Missed assignments will normally receive zero marks. Exceptions are only made under exceptional circumstances at the instructor’s discretion.
Midterm Quizzes
- Two midterm quizzes are scheduled during the term (refer to the Course Schedule for dates).
- Midterm quizzes are in-person, individual, closed-book quizzes held during class time.
- Answers to midterm quiz questions must be full written answers leading from the question’s information to the final answer (refer to posted assignment solutions for examples).
- No calculators or electronic devices are allowed during the quizzes.
- Further information about each midterm quiz will be posted on the D2L page a week before the quiz.
- If you miss a midterm quiz for any reason, the available mark (15% of the final grade) will be allocated to the final exam.
Final Exam
- The course has a final exam during the December exam period.
- The in-person, individual, closed-book exam is held during the regular class time.
Academic Accommodations
- Academic accommodations are available through the Student Accessibility Centre for students with disabilities.
- Contact Student Accessibility Coordinator Ken Craft at [email protected] or 1-506-648-5690 for accommodation discussions.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
- UNB embraces diversity in its intellectual community.
- If you prefer a different name or pronoun than what is on your registration information, inform the instructor.
- Refer to https://www.unb.ca//initiatives/equity-diversity-inclusion/index.html for information on UNB’s Chosen Name and Gender Identity Policy.
Territorial Acknowledgement
- All interactions take place on the unsurrendered and unceded traditional lands of the Wolastoqiyik.
Sexual Assault Policy and Procedures
- The UNB community has the right to a supportive and safe environment.
- UNB’s Sexual Violence Policy & Guidelines aim to raise awareness, provide education, prevent incidents, promote a consent culture, and empower individuals.
- Campus Sexual Assault Support Advocates (CSASA’s) are available to provide confidential support, counselling, and options for further action.
- Contact the CSASA office at 453-4530 or [email protected] on the Fredericton Campus.
- Contact the CSASA office at 648-2309 or [email protected] on the Saint John Campus.
- For emergency safety services, call 911 or campus security: 453-4830 on the Fredericton Campus or 648-2309 on the Saint John Campus.
Documenting Your Sources
- Recognizing the efforts of others and placing your contribution within the conversation demonstrate academic integrity and courtesy for your sources and reader.
- Plagiarism includes:
- Quoting verbatim or almost verbatim from any source without acknowledgement.
- Adopting another’s line of thought, argument, arrangement, or supporting evidence without acknowledgement.
- Submitting another’s work without acknowledgement.
- Knowingly representing another’s idea as your own.
- Other academic offences include: cheating on exams/assignments, impersonating someone at a test/exam, obtaining exam materials through theft/bribery/collusion/purchase, submitting identical work for multiple courses, and others.
- Penalties for plagiarism and other academic offences range from an F (zero) to suspension/expulsion from the University, plus a notation on the student’s transcript.
- Consult the Undergraduate Calendar, Section B, Regulation VIII.Academic Offences for more information.
- You are responsible for understanding the regulations.
Photography, Audio and Video Recording
- Photography, audio and video recording are not permitted during classes or meetings with the instructor.
Copyright
- Copyright of materials on the D2L site generally belongs to the author.
- You may make one copy of class materials supplied by the instructor (course syllabus, lecture notes, etc.) for personal use.
- Reposting of materials is strictly prohibited.
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Test your understanding of probability theory and statistics related to random variables. This quiz covers key concepts such as probability distribution functions, the Central Limit Theorem, and statistical inference calculations. Prepare to apply your knowledge to various scenarios involving discrete and continuous random variables.
