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james9437

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on: Jun 24, 2018
In general, which of the covariance and the sample correlation coefficient is a more useful measure of the relationship between the two variables?
 
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Find the probability the next inspected disk will have no missing pulse.
 
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mcni194

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Reply #1 on: Jun 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The sample correlation coefficient is generally a more useful measure, as it provides both the direction and the strength of the relationship.

Answer to Question 2

P(X = 0 ) = 0.905


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