1.4.2 - Discrete vs Continuous
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Practice Questions
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What is a random experiment?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes the outcome unpredictable.
Give an example of a discrete random experiment.
💡 Hint: What has a limited number of outcomes?
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What type of outcomes does a discrete random experiment have?
💡 Hint: Think about whether you can list all possible results.
True or False: Continuous experiments can have infinitely many outcomes.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of measurements.
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Design an experiment that uses a discrete random variable, outline the steps, and explain why the outcomes are discrete.
💡 Hint: Count the sections of your spinner.
Create a scenario that involves continuous random variables and describe how you would measure it.
💡 Hint: Think about what you need to measure height accurately.
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