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Random Variables and Distinguishing Between a Discrete and Continuous

The document is a lesson plan focused on random variables and probability distributions, outlining objectives for learners to illustrate, find values, and understand key concepts. It includes definitions, examples of random variables, and activities for class engagement. Additionally, it distinguishes between discrete and continuous random variables with practical examples and exercises for classification.

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Random Variables and Distinguishing Between a Discrete and Continuous

The document is a lesson plan focused on random variables and probability distributions, outlining objectives for learners to illustrate, find values, and understand key concepts. It includes definitions, examples of random variables, and activities for class engagement. Additionally, it distinguishes between discrete and continuous random variables with practical examples and exercises for classification.

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Good Morning

Class!
Dear God,
May we, through your blessings,
† ADD purity to the world,
– SUBTRACT evil from our lives,
× MULTIPLY Your Good News, and
÷ DIVIDE Your gifts and share them with
others.

Amen
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the lesson, the learner
should be able:
a. Illustrate a random variable and
distinguish between discrete and
continuous:
b. Find the possible values of a random
variable; and
c. Demonstrate understanding of key
concepts of random variables and
probability distributions.
Lesson 1
Random Variables and
Probability Distributions
ACTIVITY:
Re-arrange the jumbled letters to form words that are
essential to the topic today.

1. EETCSID Discrete
2. MODRAN Random
3. TINCONUOUS Continuous
Exploring Random Variables

Random Variable – is a function that


associates a real number to each element in
the sample space. It is a variable whose
values are determined by chance.
Exploring Random Variables
Sample Space – the set of all possible outcomes
of any experiment. The sample space is denoted as
capital letter S (Ex. Tossing two coins – HH, HT,
TH, TT)
Variable – is a characteristic or attribute that can
assume different values. We use capital letters to
denote or represent variable.
Examples of Random variable:
1.In the experiment of tossing a coin, the number of
times the coin turns up a head is an example of
random variables.
2.Suppose two dice are rolled. The sum of the two
Spinner
numbers that face up is an example of a random
variable.
An example of a random variable for
3.Suppose
this the is
experiment spinner shownofbelow is spun.
the number
times that the spinner stops at
green. 1 2 3 4
Steps on how to find the value of
the random variables on any events
or experiments.

1.Assign letters that will represent


each outcome.
2.Determine the sample space (All
possible outcomes).
3.Count the number of the random
variable.
Example 1
Suppose three coins are tossed. Let X be the random
variable representing the number of heads that will
occur. Find the values of the random variable X.
Example 1
Suppose three coins are tossed. Let X be the random
variable representing the number of heads that will
occur. Find the values of the random variable X.
Possible X (number of
Outcomes Heads)
HHH 3
the possible HHT 2
values of the HTH 2
random variable HTT 1
X are 0,1,2, THH 2
THT 1
and 3 or X = TTH 1
{0,1,2,3} TTT 0
Example 2
Suppose there are 2 people to be tested for Covid-
19.Let I be the random variable representing the
number of infected persons that occur. Find the values
of the random variable I.
Possible S (number of
Outcomes Infected Persons)
S= (PP, PN,NP, PP 2
NN) PN 1
NP 1
NN 0

I are 0,1,and 2 or
I = {0,1,2}
Types of Random Variables
Discrete Random Variable – it is a set of possible outcomes
that is countable. The Values are exact and can be represented
by non-negative whole numbers. Ex. Number of defective chairs
produced in a factory.
Continuous Random Variable – it is a set of possible outcomes
on a continuous scale. They can assume values that can be
represented not only by non-negative whole numbers but also by
fractions and decimals and are often the results of measurement.
Ex. Heights, weights and temperatures.
Seatwork 1
A. Classify each random variable as either discrete or continuous

1. The number of arrivals at an emergency room between midnight and 6:00a.m


2. The weight of a box of cereal labeled “1818 ounces.”
3. The duration of the next outgoing telephone call from a business office.
4. The number of kernels of popcorn in a 11-pound container.
5. The number of applicants for a job.
6. The number of boys in a randomly selected three-child family.
7. The temperature of a cup of coffee served at a restaurant.
8. The number of no-shows for every 100100 reservations made with a commercial airline.
9. The number of vehicles owned by a randomly selected household.
10. The average amount spent on electricity each July by a randomly selected household in a
certain state
Seatwork 1
B.1 Defective Cellphones
Seatwork 1
B.1 Drawing Balls from an Urn

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