Math Problem Statement
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Solution
To solve for given the probability density function (PDF) for , we need to integrate the PDF from to as follows:
Step-by-Step Solution
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Set Up the Probability:
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Substitute the Density Function:
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Expand the Integrand: Therefore,
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Integrate Each Term:
- For
- For
So,
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Evaluate the Integral at the Bounds:
- At :
- At :
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Calculate the Probability:
Final Answer
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Related Questions
- How would you find using the same PDF?
- What is the expectation of this continuous random variable?
- How would you verify if is a valid PDF?
- What if had a different range, say ?
- How does this probability change if the function is modified slightly?
Tip
When calculating probabilities with continuous distributions, remember that integrating over the PDF within the specified bounds gives the probability directly.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability
Continuous Random Variables
Integration
Formulas
P(X > a) = ∫[a, b] f(x) dx for continuous random variable X with PDF f(x)
Theorems
Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
Suitable Grade Level
Undergraduate Level (Introductory Statistics or Probability)
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