X Is a Random Variable with the Probability Function: F(x)

question 5

Multiple Choice

x is a random variable with the probability function: f(x) = x/6 for x = 1,2 or 3. The expected value of x is

• A)0.333
• B)0.500
• C)2.000
• D)2.333

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