What is normal distribution?

The normal (Gaussian) distribution is a symmetric, bell-shaped curve where data clusters around the mean. It's defined by two parameters: mean (μ) and standard deviation (σ).

What is the 68-95-99.7 rule?

In a normal distribution: ~68% of data falls within ±1σ, ~95% within ±2σ, and ~99.7% within ±3σ of the mean. This is also called the empirical rule.

P(X < x) is the cumulative probability - the area under the curve to the left of x. It represents the probability of observing a value less than x.

What is P(a < X < b)?

P(a < X < b) is the probability of X falling between a and b. Calculate as P(X < b) - P(X < a).

When is data normally distributed?

Many natural phenomena approximate normal distribution: heights, test scores, measurement errors. The Central Limit Theorem states that sample means tend toward normal distribution regardless of population shape.

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