Determine Whether the Following Is a Probability Distribution

question 96

Essay

Determine whether the following is a probability distribution. If not, identify the requirement that is not satisfied.
-If a person is randomly selected from a certain town, the probability distribution for the number, x, of siblings is as described in the accompanying table. $$\begin{array} { c | c } \mathrm { x } & \mathrm { P } ( \mathrm { x } ) \\\hline 0 & 0.27 \\1 & 0.29 \\2 & 0.23 \\3 & 0.10 \\4 & 0.08 \\5 & 0.02\end{array}$$

Distinguish between individualistic and collectivist cultures in relation to attributional tendencies.

Apply Weiner's attributional model to real-life situations and predict potential attributions made in various contexts.

Analyze how attributions influence the perception of others' behavior and the judgement of their actions.

Assess the role of situational vs. dispositional attributions in explaining behavior.

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