Introduction to Probability and Statistics

Probability and statistics are branches of mathematics that help us quantify uncertainty and analyze

data, respectively. They are crucial in various fields including science, economics, and engineering.

1. Basic Probability:

- Probability: A measure of the likelihood that an event will occur, expressed as a number between

0 and 1.

- Independent Events: Events where the occurrence of one does not affect the occurrence of

another.

- Compound Events: Events that consist of two or more independent or dependent events.

2. Introduction to Statistics:

- Mean: The average of a set of numbers, calculated by adding them together and dividing by the

count.

- Median: The middle value in a list of numbers.

- Mode: The number that appears most frequently in a data set.

Examples:

- Calculating the probability of flipping a coin and getting heads.

- Finding the mean, median, and mode of test scores in a class.

Understanding these concepts provides a foundation for more advanced studies in probability and

statistics.