Stats, the binomial distribution Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What are the conditions for data to be modelled by a binomial distribution?
A
Independent and constant probability
2
Q
What is the formula for a binomial PD probability p(X = r)?
A
X-B (n,p)
p(X = r) = nCr . p(success)ʳ . p(failure)ⁿ⁻ʳ
3
Q
What is the critical region?
A
Values in a hypothesis test that would reject the null hypothesis
4
Q
When conducting a two tail test, how do you choose what too test?
A
If test stat is > mean, test top with Slevel/2%
If test stat is < mean, test bottom with Slevel/2%