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What defines a discrete random variable?
What defines a discrete random variable?
- It can take any real value.
- It is always associated with a continuous probability distribution.
- It has an infinite number of possible values.
- It has a finite number of possible values. (correct)
Which function describes the distribution of a continuous random variable?
Which function describes the distribution of a continuous random variable?
- Probability Density Function (correct)
- Cumulative Distribution Function
- Event Space Function
- Probability Mass Function
What is the sample space for rolling a six-sided die?
What is the sample space for rolling a six-sided die?
- {0, 1, 2}
- {1-36, 0, 00}
- {H, T}
- {1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6} (correct)
Which of the following is an example of a random variable mapping outcomes to real values?
Which of the following is an example of a random variable mapping outcomes to real values?
What does the event space represent in probability theory?
What does the event space represent in probability theory?
What is the significance of expressing stock returns as a function of stochastic factors?
What is the significance of expressing stock returns as a function of stochastic factors?
What does the sample space refer to in probability theory?
What does the sample space refer to in probability theory?
Why is it considered impractical to account for all factors affecting stock returns?
Why is it considered impractical to account for all factors affecting stock returns?
What does the thought experiment concerning probability focus on?
What does the thought experiment concerning probability focus on?
In the context of stock price modeling, why is it essential to consider probability?
In the context of stock price modeling, why is it essential to consider probability?
What is the correct calculation for P(trade)?
What is the correct calculation for P(trade)?
What was the main objective of the 'Lady Testing Tea' experiment?
What was the main objective of the 'Lady Testing Tea' experiment?
How does the concept of probability enhance data analytics?
How does the concept of probability enhance data analytics?
Which condition must be true for Bayes' rule to be applied?
Which condition must be true for Bayes' rule to be applied?
What does it mean if two events A and B are independent?
What does it mean if two events A and B are independent?
What type of return model represents the equation: returnit = f(past returnit) + εit?
What type of return model represents the equation: returnit = f(past returnit) + εit?
How is P(Female | Inheritance) calculated based on Bayes' rule?
How is P(Female | Inheritance) calculated based on Bayes' rule?
What is the value of P(signal) given the probabilities provided?
What is the value of P(signal) given the probabilities provided?
What is the probability P(trade|no signal)?
What is the probability P(trade|no signal)?
How can events be classified if knowledge of one event provides no information about the other?
How can events be classified if knowledge of one event provides no information about the other?
If there are 82 female billionaires out of 650 total billionaires, what is the initial calculation for P(Female)?
If there are 82 female billionaires out of 650 total billionaires, what is the initial calculation for P(Female)?
What is the expected return (E(r)) of the Cancer Megafund investment?
What is the expected return (E(r)) of the Cancer Megafund investment?
What is the standard deviation (SD) of the investment if 150 independent programs are selected?
What is the standard deviation (SD) of the investment if 150 independent programs are selected?
Which of the following correctly describes the failure rate in the Exponential Distribution when λ=0.1?
Which of the following correctly describes the failure rate in the Exponential Distribution when λ=0.1?
What probability distribution is used to calculate the probability of at least 2 hits in a project?
What probability distribution is used to calculate the probability of at least 2 hits in a project?
What is the annual profit expected from the Cancer Megafund investment if successful?
What is the annual profit expected from the Cancer Megafund investment if successful?
How is the probability density function (PDF) defined for the Exponential Distribution?
How is the probability density function (PDF) defined for the Exponential Distribution?
What does the cumulative distribution function (CDF) of the Exponential Distribution represent?
What does the cumulative distribution function (CDF) of the Exponential Distribution represent?
In a binomial distribution, what does the parameter n represent?
In a binomial distribution, what does the parameter n represent?
What is the correct representation of the number of correct guesses using the hypergeometric distribution?
What is the correct representation of the number of correct guesses using the hypergeometric distribution?
In a scenario where a lady is tasting tea, how many cups does she randomly pick from the total?
In a scenario where a lady is tasting tea, how many cups does she randomly pick from the total?
What type of distribution is used when there is a specified number of draws with replacements?
What type of distribution is used when there is a specified number of draws with replacements?
Given the events A and B where A is drawing a Jack first and B is drawing a Jack second, what is P(B|A)?
Given the events A and B where A is drawing a Jack first and B is drawing a Jack second, what is P(B|A)?
What formula is used to calculate the probability of both events A and B occurring?
What formula is used to calculate the probability of both events A and B occurring?
In finding P(Coffee | Dark Chocolate), which formula is used?
In finding P(Coffee | Dark Chocolate), which formula is used?
If 80% of friends like Dark Chocolate and 20% like both Dark Chocolate and Coffee, what percent of those who like Dark Chocolate also like Coffee?
If 80% of friends like Dark Chocolate and 20% like both Dark Chocolate and Coffee, what percent of those who like Dark Chocolate also like Coffee?
What type of distribution is applicable for draws without replacement?
What type of distribution is applicable for draws without replacement?
Study Notes
Probability Distributions
- Binomial Distribution: Describes the number of successes in a fixed number of trials with two possible outcomes (success/failure).
- Exponential Distribution: Time until an event occurs; characterized by the mean number of events in a time interval (λ).
- Normal Distribution: Continuous probability distribution symmetric about the mean, depicted by bell-shaped curve.
The Cancer Megafund
- Investment Breakdown: $200 million with a 10-year payoff, 5% success probability, and annual profits of $2 billion for 10 years.
- Expected Return: E(r) = 11.9% with standard deviation SD = 423%.
- If investing in 150 independent programs: Total investment of $30 billion, E(r) remains at 11.9%, but SD reduces to 34.6%.
Probability of Hits
- Question to consider: How to calculate the probability of achieving at least 2 successful outcomes (hits).
- CDF and PDF Relation: The conversion from Probability Density Function (PDF) to Cumulative Distribution Function (CDF) is notable for understanding event probabilities.
Conditional Probability
- Explaining Relationships: Conditional probability aids in linking events where the occurrence of one event affects the probability of another event.
- Example in Card Drawing: P(A) = probability of drawing a Jack on the first draw, and P(B|A) = probability of a Jack on the second draw given the first was a Jack.
Lady Tasting Tea
- Historical Context: In the 1920s, an experiment determined whether a lady could correctly identify the order of milk and tea poured.
- Sample Space Analysis: Possible outcomes include all combinations of milk and tea presentation.
Law of Total Probability (LTP)
- Fundamental Principle: Given two events, it states how to calculate the overall probability considering the partitioning of the sample space.
Bayes’ Rule
- Application: Allows the reverse calculation of conditional probabilities, allowing you to determine P(A|B) given P(B|A).
- Example with Inherited Wealth: Used in assessing the proportions of billionaires who inherited their fortunes based on gender.
Independence
- Concept Definition: Events A and B are independent if the occurrence of A does not influence the occurrence of B, mathematically expressed as P(A|B) = P(A) and P(B|A) = P(B).
Random Variables
- Definition: A function that maps outcomes of a random process to numerical values.
- Types of Random Variables:
- Discrete: Finite set of outcomes (e.g., results of a dice roll).
- Continuous: Infinite set of outcomes (e.g., asset prices).
Key Distributions
- PMF (Probability Mass Function): Used for discrete random variables indicating the probability of obtaining specific values.
- PDF (Probability Density Function): Pertains to continuous random variables, representing the probability distribution of the variable.
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This quiz covers key concepts in probability distributions, including binomial, exponential, and normal distributions. Additionally, it explores investment breakdowns and expected returns in financial contexts, particularly relating to the Cancer Megafund. Test your understanding of these statistical principles and their applications in real-life scenarios.
