Section: Module 4: Lesson 5: Continuous Random Variables and the Normal Distribution | Intro to Statistics | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
    • Interpret the mean, standard deviation, and shape of probability distributions of continuous random variables.
    • Explain the key features of the normal distribution.
    • Calculate probabilities of a non-standard normal distribution using the standard normal distribution tables.
    • Use the Empirical Rule to compute percentages under the curve of the normal distribution.
    • Standard Normal Distribution Tables.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 5 hours and 56 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
    • Read the entire page and watch the included video. (17 minutes)

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    • Read the entire page and watch the included video. (24 minutes)

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    • In this activity, you will discuss some of the key features and properties of the normal distribution. 

      Step 1. Review

      Review the learning resources for this lesson before answering the question.

      Step 2. Analyze

      Analyze and discuss the question below.

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      Step 3. Respond

      Respond to the case problem by writing a 300-500-word discussion post with the following inclusions.

      Step 4. Share

      To share your work, click on the “Add a new discussion topic” button under this post and paste your work in the “Message” box. Make sure to reference others’ intellectual property when necessary. All references should follow 7th Edition APA formatting. For further instructions, see the resource on the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library: APA citation resource (N.B. references are excluded from word counts).

      Step 5: Interact

      To complete the activity, you will need to reply to at least two posts made by your peers respectfully and professionally. Ensure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas of other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to the forum.”

      OPTIONAL Step 6: Interact (10 minutes)

      If you would like to, you can reply to your peers' posts in a respectful and professional manner. Ensure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas of other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.”


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      Quiz: Module 4: Lessons 4 & 5

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