2. Let U1, U2,... be independent random variables, each with continuous distribution that is uniform in the interval (-3, 3]. Let S, U++ Un. (a) Compute the moment generating function of U1. (b) Compute the moment generating function of S,. (c) Determine E(S) and E(S) (by any method).

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2. Let U1, U2,... be independent random variables, each with continuous distribution
that is uniform in the interval [-3, 3]. Let S, = U ++ Un.
(a) Compute the moment generating function of U1.
(b) Compute the moment generating function of S,.
(c) Determine E(S) and E(S) (by any method).
Transcribed Image Text:2. Let U1, U2,... be independent random variables, each with continuous distribution that is uniform in the interval [-3, 3]. Let S, = U ++ Un. (a) Compute the moment generating function of U1. (b) Compute the moment generating function of S,. (c) Determine E(S) and E(S) (by any method).
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