Q 4.1. Suppose X and Y are independent random variables, which are jointly continuous. 1. Show carefully that the distribution of 'X + Y given X = x' is equal to the distribution of the random variable x + Y. Hint: Consider the change of variables h(x, y) = (x,x+y).

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Q 4.1. Suppose X and Y are independent random variables, which are jointly continuous.
1. Show carefully that the distribution of ‘X + Y given X = x' is equal to the distribution
of the random variable x + Y.
Hint: Consider the change of variables h(x, y) = (x,x+y).
Transcribed Image Text:Q 4.1. Suppose X and Y are independent random variables, which are jointly continuous. 1. Show carefully that the distribution of ‘X + Y given X = x' is equal to the distribution of the random variable x + Y. Hint: Consider the change of variables h(x, y) = (x,x+y).
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