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Algebra & Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry

Algebra & Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry

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ISBN:9781133382119

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Chapter10: Sequences, Series, And Probability

Section10.8: Probability

Problem 10E

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Let X be a random variable with a probability density function given by
for-1 < x < 2;
otherwise.
Let Y = X².
£x (x) = { 0,
²,
(a) Find the probability density function of Y using the distribution function method.
(b) Find the probability density function of Y using the change of variable method.

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