Math Problem Statement

Define Uniform distribution over (a, b). State its distribution function. Also describe the procedure of drawing a random sample from it.

Solution

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Mathematical Concepts

Probability
Uniform Distribution
Random Sampling
Cumulative Distribution Function (CDF)
Probability Density Function (PDF)

Formulas

PDF: f(x) = 1 / (b - a) for a <= x <= b
CDF: F(x) = (x - a) / (b - a) for a <= x <= b
Random Sample Generation: X = a + (b - a) * U

Theorems

Uniform Distribution over (a, b)

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Level