Math Problem Statement
Calculate each Poisson probability:
a. P(X = 9), λ = 14
Solution
To calculate the Poisson probability with , we use the Poisson probability formula:
Here:
Now let's compute the probability.The Poisson probability for is approximately 0.0473.
Would you like more details on this calculation or have any further questions?
Here are five related questions to consider:
- How does the Poisson distribution change when increases?
- What is the cumulative probability for the same ?
- How do you interpret the result of in a real-world scenario?
- How does the Poisson distribution compare to the binomial distribution for large ?
- How do you compute the mean and variance of a Poisson distribution?
Tip: The mean and variance of a Poisson distribution are both equal to .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability
Poisson Distribution
Formulas
Poisson probability formula: P(X = k) = (e^(-λ) * λ^k) / k!
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Advanced High School