The document discusses topics related to random variables in statistics and probability theory, specifically in the context of MTH 262. An example probability distribution is provided with specific values for outcomes 0 to 4. It references the book 'Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists' by Walpole, focusing on Chapter 3.

1. Statistics and
Probability Theory
MTH 262
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Topics of this lecture
• Random Variable (Continue)

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EXAMPLE
f( 0 )= 1/16, f( 1 ) = 1/4, f(2)= 3/8, f(3)= 1/4, and
f( 4 )= 1/16.

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Reference Book
Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists by Walpole
Chapter#3