Mean and Standard Deviation of a Discrete Variable
I.
The expected number of miles constructed in a day is $$5*0.6 + 2*0.3 + 1*0.1 = 3.7$$ miles.
II.
The variance of daily highway mileage is given by $$5^2*0.6 + 2^2*0.3 + 1^2*0.1 - (3.7)^2 \\ = 16.3 - 13.69 \approx 2.61$$, implying a standard deviation of approximately $$1.62$$ miles.
III.
It would be typical for the workers to lay 10 miles of highway in one day based on the calculated mean and variability.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
| Weather Condition | Miles of Highway | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Clear | 5 | 0.6 |
| Rain | 2 | 0.3 |
| Snow | 1 | 0.1 |
A
II and III only
B
I only
C
I, II, and III
D
I and II only
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