Suppose two random variables X and Y have a joint probability density function (pdf): S1/2, if |æ| + |y| < 1 10, f(x, y) = elsewhere 1. Find the marginal pdfs fx(x), fy(y). 2. Are X and Y independent? Explain your answer. 3. Are X and Y uncorrelated? Explain your answer.

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Suppose two random variables X and Y have a joint probability density function (pdf):
S1/2, if |æ| + |y| < 1
f (x, y) =
elsewhere
1. Find the marginal pdfs fx(x), fy(y).
2. Are X and Y independent? Explain your answer.
3. Are X and Y uncorrelated? Explain your answer.
Transcribed Image Text:Suppose two random variables X and Y have a joint probability density function (pdf): S1/2, if |æ| + |y| < 1 f (x, y) = elsewhere 1. Find the marginal pdfs fx(x), fy(y). 2. Are X and Y independent? Explain your answer. 3. Are X and Y uncorrelated? Explain your answer.
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