Let X be a random variable uniformly distributed over the interval [2, 3]. (a) Find the probability density function for Y = 2X^2 − 1.   (b) Find E[Y ].

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Let X be a random variable uniformly distributed over the interval [2, 3].

(a) Find the probability density function for Y = 2X^2 − 1.

 

(b) Find E[Y ].

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