Each of 26 Cards Has a Different Letter of the Alphabet

question 27

Short Answer

Each of 26 cards has a different letter of the alphabet on it. You pick one card at random. A vowel is worth 3 points and a consonant is worth 0 points. Let X = the value of the card picked. Find E(X), V (X), and the standard deviation of X .

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Definitions:

Humanization

The process of making something more humane or civilized, often involving the incorporation of values such as empathy, respect, and understanding.

Taken-For-Granted Knowledge

Information or beliefs that are widely accepted without question or critical examination.

Contemporary Colonialism

Modern or recent forms of control and influence by one country over another, often associated with exploitation.

Colonial World

Refers to the period and regions impacted by colonialism, where powerful foreign nations dominated and exploited less powerful regions, significantly influencing their social, economic, and political structures.