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(a)
To find: the
(a)
Answer to Problem 5RE
Explanation of Solution
Formula used:
Calculation:
Net winnings are the winnings subtract the $5. It cost to play. Suppose that the random variable X is the met winnings. The distribution for X is
X | 5-5=0 | 7-5=2 | 3-5=-2 |
Probability | 0.1 | 0.4 | 0.50 |
(b)
To find: the mean and standard deviation of the net winnings, if play twice.
(b)
Answer to Problem 5RE
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Suppose that Y is the amount one, if play twice
Y=2X
Calculation:
Mean of Y is
Standard Deviation Y is
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