Question

The probability distribution of X, the number of imperfections per 10 meters of a synthetic fabric in continuous rolls of uniform width, is given in as
x 01234
f(x) 0.41 0.37 0.16 0.05 0.01
Find the average number of imperfections per 10 meters of this fabric.

Answer 1

Answer:

0.88

Step-by-step explanation:

x 01234

f(x) 0.41 0.37 0.16 0.05 0.01

The mean or average is the expected value :

E(X) = Σ(x * p(x)) = (0 * 0.41) + (1 * 0.37) + (2 * 0.16) + (3 * 0.05) + (4 * 0.01)

E(X) = 0 + 0.37 + 0.32 + 0.15 + 0.04

E(X) = 0.88