Math Problem Statement
a problem related to finding the moment-generating function (MGF), mean, and variance of a discrete random variable �X with a given probability mass function (PMF).
Given:
The probability mass function (PMF) �(�)f(x) is provided as:
f(x)=1/2*(2/3)^x , x = 1,2,3.....
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability Theory
Moment-Generating Function (MGF)
Mean
Variance
Geometric Series
Formulas
Moment-Generating Function (MGF) formula
Mean formula
Variance formula
Theorems
Properties of Geometric Series
Suitable Grade Level
Advanced Undergraduate
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