Block 3 Lesson 1
Normal Distribution
Understanding the Normal
Distribution and the z-score
Aim for today:
Today, we will be able to define the properties of a
normal distribution and convert z-scores.
NORMAL PROBABILITY DISTRIBUTION
Also known as the bell curve associated with its graph, is a probability distribution for a continuous
random variable X.
Properties of a Normal Probability Distribution
1. The normal probability distribution is bell-shaped.
2. The curve is symmetrical with respect to the mean.
3. The mean is equal to the median and is also equal
to the mode .
4. The mean of the distribution is 0.
5. The spread of the curve depends on the standard
deviation of the distribution.
6. The tails of the curve flatten out indefinitely along
the horizontal axis.
7. The area under the curve is 1.
SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE
Strong in Mind, Bod y and Spirit UNDERSTANDING THE NORMAL DISTRIBUTION AND THE Z-SCORE
College Road, Taft Avenue, Pasay City Aim: Today, we will be able to define the properties of a normal distribution and convert z-scores.
AREA UNDER THE CURVE
In identifying the area under the curve, use the z – table.
Example: Find the area between z = 0.15 and z = 1.08.
1. Find the areas of z = 0.15 and z = 1.08 at the z – table.
2. Subtract the smaller area to
the larger area.
The area between z = 0.015 and
z = 1.08 is 0.3003.
SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE
Strong in Mind, Bod y and Spirit UNDERSTANDING THE NORMAL DISTRIBUTION AND THE Z-SCORE
College Road, Taft Avenue, Pasay City Aim: Today, we will be able to define the properties of a normal distribution and convert z-scores.
AREA UNDER THE CURVE
Find the area of the following z – scores.
1. z = 2.5
2. z = -1.4
3. Between z = 1.2 and z = 2.8
4. Between z = -2.3 and z = -0.3
5. Between z = -2.6 and z = 2.2
SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE
Strong in Mind, Bod y and Spirit UNDERSTANDING THE NORMAL DISTRIBUTION AND THE Z-SCORE
College Road, Taft Avenue, Pasay City Aim: Today, we will be able to define the properties of a normal distribution and convert z-scores.
CONVERTING RAW SCORE TO Z-SCORE
In converting a raw score to a z-score, we need to use the following formulas.
z – score for population data z – score for sample data
Legend: is the z-score; is the raw score; is the population mean; is the population standard deviation; is the sample
mean; is the sample standard deviation
Sample Problem: The grade of Aura in Statistics and Probability is 82. If it is given that the pop. mean is 80
with standard deviation of 6, what is the corresponding z – score?
Step 1. Choose the right Step 2. Determine the value Step 3. Substitute the given Step 4. Compute for the
formula in finding the z. of each variable. values in the formula. value of z.
SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE
Strong in Mind, Bod y and Spirit UNDERSTANDING THE NORMAL DISTRIBUTION AND THE Z-SCORE
College Road, Taft Avenue, Pasay City Aim: Today, we will be able to define the properties of a normal distribution and convert z-scores.
Understanding the Normal Questions of the Day:
What are the properties of a normal distribution?
Distribution and the z-score How to convert z-scores?
NORMAL PROBABILITY DISTRIBUTION
Also known as the bell curve associated with its graph, is a probability distribution for a continuous random variable X.
Properties of a Normal Probability Distribution Steps in Converting Raw Scores to z-scores
1. The normal probability distribution is bell-shaped. 1. Choose the right formula in finding the z.
2. The curve is symmetrical with respect to the 2. Determine the value of each variable.
mean. 3. Substitute the given values in the formula.
3. The mean is equal to the median and is also equal 4. Compute for the value of z.
to the mode . z – score for z – score for
4. The mean of the distribution is 0. population data sample data
5. The spread of the curve depends on the standard
deviation of the distribution.
6. The tails of the curve flatten out indefinitely along Legend: is the z-score; is the raw score; is the population mean;
the horizontal axis. is the population standard deviation; is the sample
7. The area under the curve is 1. mean; is the sample standard deviation
SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE
Strong in Mind, Bod y and Spirit UNDERSTANDING THE NORMAL DISTRIBUTION AND THE Z-SCORE
College Road, Taft Avenue, Pasay City Aim: Today, we will be able to find the mean, variance and standard deviation of a discrete probability distribution.
LET’S GO HIGHER
What z-scores bound the middle 95% of a normal distribution?
Step 1. Divide 95% by 2.
95% 2 = 0.4750
Step 2. Add the quotient to 0.5 to find the area bounding above the mean.
0.5 + 0.4750 = 0.9750
Step 3. Find the z-score corresponding to 0.9750.
Step 4. Subtract the quotient in Step 1 to 0.5 to find the area bounding below the mean.
0.5 – 0.4750 = 0.0250
Step 5. Find the z-score corresponding to 0.0250.
SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE
Strong in Mind, Bod y and Spirit UNDERSTANDING THE NORMAL DISTRIBUTION AND THE Z-SCORE
College Road, Taft Avenue, Pasay City Aim: Today, we will be able to find the mean, variance and standard deviation of a discrete probability distribution.
LET’S GO HIGHER
What z-scores bound the middle 90% of a normal distribution? z = - 1.96 and z = 1.96
Step 1. Divide 95% by 2.
95% 2 = 0.4750
Step 2. Add the quotient to 0.5 to find the area bounding above the mean.
0.5 + 0.4750 = 0.9750
Step 3. Find the z-score corresponding to 0.9750.
Step 4. Subtract the quotient in Step 1 to 0.5 to find the area bounding below the mean.
0.5 – 0.4750 = 0.0250
Step 5. Find the z-score corresponding to 0.0250.
SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE
Strong in Mind, Bod y and Spirit UNDERSTANDING THE NORMAL DISTRIBUTION AND THE Z-SCORE
College Road, Taft Avenue, Pasay City Aim: Today, we will be able to find the mean, variance and standard deviation of a discrete probability distribution.
Block 3 Lesson 1
Normal Distribution
Understanding the Normal
Distribution and the z-score
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