Mathematical Statistics Xi~N(6,25) P[1.860 < 3(Xbar - 6]/S

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The discussion revolves around calculating the probability related to a sample mean (Xbar) and sample variance (S^2) from a normal distribution, specifically Xi~N(6,25) with a sample size of n=9. The user seeks to isolate Xbar by determining the value of S, which is derived from the sample variance formula S^2 = (ƩXi^2 - nXbar^2)/(n-1). The expected value of the sample variance is given as E[S^2] = δ^2 = 25. The user expresses difficulty in manipulating the equations and suggests looking into the "Student's t-distribution" for further insights.

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  • Understanding of normal distribution properties
  • Familiarity with sample mean (Xbar) and sample variance (S^2)
  • Knowledge of statistical tables for normal distributions
  • Basic calculus for handling integrals and summations
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  • Study the derivation and properties of the Student's t-distribution
  • Learn how to compute sample variance and its relationship with sample mean
  • Explore the use of statistical tables for hypothesis testing
  • Investigate methods for simplifying complex integrals in statistics
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Homework Statement



Let X1, X2, ..., X9 be a random sample from a normal distribution, Xi~N(6,25), and denote by Xbar and S^2 the sample mean and sample variance. Use the standard statistical table for normal distribution.



Homework Equations



E[S^2] = δ^2 = 25

S^2 = (ƩXi^2 - nXbar^2)/(n-1)


The Attempt at a Solution



I have to find the probability and I want to move Xbar to one side. To do that, I need to find the value of S. I have no idea how to do this. I don't know how to use the sum. All I know is that n=9. I got a very complicated integral from using E[S^2]. How do I find S? Or what should I do if I can't?
 
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cimmerian said:

Homework Statement



Let X1, X2, ..., X9 be a random sample from a normal distribution, Xi~N(6,25), and denote by Xbar and S^2 the sample mean and sample variance. Use the standard statistical table for normal distribution.



Homework Equations



E[S^2] = δ^2 = 25

S^2 = (ƩXi^2 - nXbar^2)/(n-1)


The Attempt at a Solution



I have to find the probability and I want to move Xbar to one side. To do that, I need to find the value of S. I have no idea how to do this. I don't know how to use the sum. All I know is that n=9. I got a very complicated integral from using E[S^2]. How do I find S? Or what should I do if I can't?

Look up the "Student's t-distribution".

RGV
 

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