The Curve That Characterizes Outcomes of a Continuous Random Variable

question 18

Multiple Choice

The curve that characterizes outcomes of a continuous random variable is called a ________.

• A)cumulative distribution function,c(x)
• B)probability mass function,p(x)
• C)continuous random function,r(x)
• D)probability density function,f(x)

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Definitions:

Hematocrit

The proportion of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells, expressed as a percentage.

Extracellular Fluid

The body fluid outside the cells, which includes blood plasma, lymph, and interstitial fluid, providing a medium for nutrient and waste transport.

Excretion

The process of removing metabolic waste products and other non-useful materials from an organism to maintain internal homeostasis.

Tubular Reabsorption

The process by which the kidneys reclaim water and solutes from the tubular fluid and return them to the blood.