List and Describe Three Methods for Developing a Cost Function

question 13

Essay

List and describe three methods for developing a cost function. List one pro and one con for each method.

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Definitions:

Binomial

A type of probability distribution with two possible outcomes, used to model situations with fixed numbers of trials and the same probability of success.

Population Proportions

The ratio of members in a statistical population who have a particular attribute, compared to the total number of members in the population.

Pooled Proportion Estimate

An estimation technique that combines the proportions of two or more groups into a single overall proportion.

Sample 1

A subset of individuals or items selected from a larger population for the purpose of statistical analysis.