How many different values are possible for the random variable X? (Answer: 2) B. Fill in the table below to complete the probability density function. Be certain to list the values of X in ascending order

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Chapter13: Probability And Calculus
Section13.3: Special Probability Density Functions
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This will be involving the flipping of a weighted coin. Assume that the coin is weighted so that Pr[H]=3/5 and that the coin is flipped until a head appears, or 2 consecutive tails appear. The random variable X is defined to be the total number of flips of the coin.

A. How many different values are possible for the random variable X? (Answer: 2)

B. Fill in the table below to complete the probability density function. Be certain to list the values of X in ascending order.

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