Probability Distributions

Probability Distributions

1. Normal

   • Straightforward
   • Inverse
   • Conditions
     • Central Tendency
       • Symmetrical
   • Continuity Correction
   • Continuous data

2. Binomial

   • Straightforward
   • Inverse
   • Conditions
     • Two outcomes - success and failure
       • Prob success constant
         • Each trial independent
           • Fixed number of identical trials

3. Poisson

   • Straightforward
   • Inverse
   • Conditions

4. Uniform

   • Straightforward
   • Inverse
   • Conditions

5. Triangular

   • Conditions
   • Inverse
   • Straightforward

6. Defined by table or graph

   • Expected Value
   • Compare theoretical with experimental