Random Variable
- A random variable is a variable whose value is unknown or a function that assigns values to each of an experiment's outcomes.
- A random variable can be classified as discrete or continuous depending upon the numerical value it assumes
- How many times you will get a head?
- Will you always get consecutive 5 heads?
Types of Random Variable
- Discrete Random Variable: Variables assume only a countable number of values such as 1,2,3 , 4 ,5
Example: Attendance in a class, No of attendees in the seminar
- Continuous Random Variable: Any of the countless number of values in an interval such as: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3……….
Example: Height , Weight, Amount of Sugar in fruit etc.
Author: Mohit T (Algae Study)
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