Math Problem Statement

Solution

The image contains a problem that appears to be about determining the value of a variable given a probability and a normal distribution table.

Problem Statement:

You are likely asked to determine the value of a variable ZZ (often referred to as the Z-score) associated with a certain probability in the context of the standard normal distribution.

General Approach:

  1. Identify the Probability: The probability is given, and you need to find the corresponding Z-value from the standard normal distribution table.

  2. Use the Z-table: The Z-table gives the area (or probability) to the left of a given Z-score in a standard normal distribution. Depending on the exact problem, you may need to find the Z-score corresponding to a cumulative probability.

  3. Determine the Z-Score:

    • If the probability is given as P(Zz)=pP(Z \leq z) = p, find zz in the Z-table where the cumulative probability equals pp.
    • If the probability is for the right tail P(Z>z)=pP(Z > z) = p, you would find the Z-score corresponding to 1p1 - p in the table.

Example Calculation:

Let's say the problem gives you a probability of P(Zz)=0.975P(Z \leq z) = 0.975 and asks for the Z-value.

  • Step 1: Look up the probability 0.9750.975 in the Z-table.
  • Step 2: The closest value in the Z-table to 0.9750.975 is typically around z=1.96z = 1.96.

Thus, the Z-score corresponding to P(Zz)=0.975P(Z \leq z) = 0.975 is approximately z=1.96z = 1.96.

If you can specify the exact probability or further clarify the problem, I can provide a more tailored solution.

Do you have any questions or need more details on how to use the Z-table? Here are five related questions for further exploration:

  1. How would you find the Z-score corresponding to a different cumulative probability, such as P(Zz)=0.90P(Z \leq z) = 0.90?
  2. What is the Z-score if the cumulative probability is P(Zz)=0.025P(Z \geq z) = 0.025?
  3. How would you calculate the probability for a non-standard normal distribution?
  4. Can you explain the relationship between Z-scores and standard deviations in the normal distribution?
  5. How does the shape of the normal distribution change as the mean or standard deviation changes?

Tip: When working with Z-tables, remember that they typically provide the cumulative probability from the far left of the distribution up to a specific Z-score.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Probability
Normal Distribution
Z-score

Formulas

Z-score calculation using the standard normal distribution table

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Advanced High School