Arab Academy for Science & Technology & Maritime Transport

Collage of Engineering and Technology

Smart Village Campus

Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering

BA325

Math 6

Probability distribution

Term: 6th

Dr/Adel Refay Lecturer Name

Seif eldeen khaled Student Name
20107974 Registration Number
Marks
 Introduction:

Probability Distribution is a branch of statistics that deals with the

study of random variables and the probability of their occurrence.
It is a mathematical function that describes the likelihood of
different outcomes in a random experiment. Probability
distributions are widely used in various fields, including finance,
engineering, science, and economics. This report will discuss the
different types of probability distributions and their applications.

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 Types of Probability Distributions:

There are two types of probability distributions: discrete and

continuous.

Discrete Probability Distribution:

Discrete probability distribution is used when the variable is
discrete, which means it can only take on certain values. The most
common example of a discrete probability distribution is the
binomial distribution. It is used to calculate the probability of a
certain number of successes in a fixed number of trials. For
example, the probability of getting three heads in five coin tosses.

Another example of a discrete probability distribution is the

Poisson distribution. It is used to calculate the probability of a
certain number of events occurring within a fixed interval of time
or space. For example, the probability of five cars passing through
a certain intersection in a minute.

Continuous Probability Distribution:

Continuous probability distribution is used when the variable is
continuous, which means it can take on any value within a certain
range. The most common example of a continuous probability

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 distribution is the normal distribution. It is used to describe the
probability of a certain event occurring within a certain range. For
example, the probability of a person's height being between 5'6"
and 6'0".

Another example of a continuous probability distribution is the

exponential distribution. It is used to calculate the probability of a
certain event occurring within a certain time interval. For example,
the probability of a light bulb burning out within a certain number
of hours.

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 Applications of Probability Distributions:
Probability distributions are widely used in various fields,
including finance, engineering, science, and economics. In
finance, probability distributions are used to calculate the risk of
an investment. For example, the probability of a stock losing a
certain percentage of its value within a certain time frame.

In engineering, probability distributions are used to calculate the

reliability of a system. For example, the probability of a certain
component failing within a certain time frame.

In science, probability distributions are used to describe the

behavior of particles in a system. For example, the probability of a
particle being in a certain position at a certain time.

In economics, probability distributions are used to calculate the

probability of a certain event occurring. For example, the
probability of a recession occurring within a certain time frame.

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 Conclusion:
Probability distribution is a branch of statistics that deals with the
study of random variables and the probability of their occurrence.
There are two types of probability distributions: discrete and
continuous. Discrete probability distribution is used when the
variable is discrete, and continuous probability distribution is used
when the variable is continuous. Probability distributions are
widely used in various fields, including finance, engineering,
science, and economics.

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 References:
 https://www.scribbr.com/statistics/probability-distributions/
#:~:text=A%20probability%20distribution%20is%20an,by
%20its%20probability%20of%20occurrence.
 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Probability_distribution
 https://www.investopedia.com/terms/p/
probabilitydistribution.asp

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