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Find a value of $k$ that will make $f$ a probability density function on the indicated interval.$$f(x)=k x_{ :}[1,5]$$
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A pdf is a function that describes the likelihood of a random variable to take on a certain value. The total area under the curve of a pdf must equal 1, as it represents the total probability of all possible outcomes. Show more…
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