The answer to #3 on the sample test is .
It is similar to the prices in boxes of cereal problem. (Geometric distribution)
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
MATH 743, Mathematical Statistics I, Course Code: 2224, Winter 1998
This is the first course in the Mathematical Statistics sequence
and is designed to expose students to basic concept and terminology. Topics
include summary of data, probability, distribution theory and sampling
theory. The purpose of this course is to study mathematical underpinnings
of statistical theory and apply that theory to problems that arise in industrial
settings. This course will prepare students for further study in probability,
statistics and applications.
Instructor: Dr.
Guang-Hwa Andy Chang
Office:
1032 Cushwa Hall
Phone Number: (330) 742-1818
E-mail:
chang@math.ysu.edu
Office hours: 9:55 a.m. - 10:55
a.m., M - F, or by appointment.
Homework & Project: Crack
the code, Homework
| Text: |
"Probability and Statistical Inference", by Robert V. Hogg, and Elliot
A. Tanis, 5th edition, Prentice-Hall, 1997. |
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(Optional: “ACTEX Study Manual for Course 110 Examination of the SOA”,
by Samuel A. Broverman, ACTEX Publications, Inc.) |
Material to be covered:
| Chapter |
Sections |
Contents |
| 1 |
1.1 - 1.6 |
Summary and Display of Data |
| 2 |
2.1 - 2.5 |
Probability |
| 3 |
3.1 - 3.8 |
Discrete Distributions |
| 4 |
4.1 - 4.4 |
Continuous Distributions |
| 5 |
5.1 - 5.6 |
Sampling Distribution Theory |
Optional sections: 4.5, 4.6, 5.5, 5.6
Grading Policy:
Three tests (each 25%) ---------------- 50%
Homework & Quizzes ----------------- 20%
Final Exam (cumulative) ---------------- 30%
Total -----------------------------------100%
Final Grade:
90% to 100% ----------------- A
80% to below 90% -- at least a B
70% to below 80% -- at least a C
60% to below 70% -- at least a D
below 60% ---------- at most a D
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Make-up tests will only be given to student who misses a test due to an
extreme emergency and has notified the instructor within 24 hours after
the exam, or a sufficient time period before the exam. The student
will be expected to provide verification, such as signed statement and
phone number, to verify the reason for his or her absence from the exam.
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Homework will be assigned. Participating in group discussions is
always helpful to yourself and others in learning. If you are having
trouble, please see me right away. I recommend that you work on the
homework corresponding to the latest lecture as soon as it is assigned.
Successful students have found that the subject demands frequent intensive
study with lots of problem solving.
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It is expected that you will make every possible effort to attend all classes.
In boarder line situations, class attendance may affect a student's grade.
However, no direct punishment will be assessed to your final grade if you
choose not to attend class. Students who missed class are responsible
for finding out any pertinent information concerning the course from the
instructor.
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If you have any special problem or learning difficulties, please see me
immediately.
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The last day to drop the course with a grade of "W" is Saturday, February
14, 1998.
Tentative schedule of tests:
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Test I: Monday, January 26
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Test II: Monday, February 23