Why is the probability that a continuous random variable equals a specific number zero? That is, why is P(X=b) = 0 for any number b? Please describe in an easy but detailed way.
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Step 1: In the context of continuous random variables, the probability of a specific value occurring is represented by the area under the probability density function (PDF) at that point. Show more…
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