Solving Probability Problem: P(Z^3 > 1)

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To determine P(Z^3 > 1) for Z ~ N(0,1), the initial approach involved transforming the inequality incorrectly, leading to an erroneous probability of -3.99. The correct interpretation suggests using equivalent inequalities to simplify the problem. The discussion highlights that if two inequalities are equivalent, they represent the same probability, prompting a reevaluation of the approach to find an appropriate transformation for Z^3 > 1. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the importance of correctly applying probability principles and transformations in solving such problems.
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Can anyone help me with this?
If Z ~ N(0,1) determine P(Z^3 > 1)

I used the formula: x-miu/standard deviation where miu=0 and standard deviation is sq. root of 1.

I tired:

P(z^3>1)
P((x-0/1)^3>1)
P(x^3>1)
P(x>1)

I looked up the area of the standard normal distribution tables and got

=-3.99, which isn't right

I also tried

P(z^3>1)
P(z>1)

Looked it up using the tables and got

=0.15866

I don't think the question would be that easy though.
 
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danniim said:
Can anyone help me with this?
If Z ~ N(0,1) determine P(Z^3 > 1)

I used the formula: x-miu/standard deviation where miu=0 and standard deviation is sq. root of 1.

I tired:

P(z^3>1)
P((x-0/1)^3>1)
P(x^3>1)
P(x>1)

I looked up the area of the standard normal distribution tables and got

=-3.99, which isn't right

You must have used the table incorrectly, since -3.99 is not a probability (or you have a typo here).
I also tried

P(z^3>1)
P(z>1)

Looked it up using the tables and got

=0.15866

I don't think the question would be that easy though.

If two inequalities are equivalent, they represent events that have the same probability. thus, for example,

<br /> P(3Z+5 &gt; 7) = P(Z &gt; 2/3)<br />

since 3Z+5&gt;7 and Z &gt; 2/3 are equivalent inequalities.

So, what inequality is equivalent to Z^3 &gt; 1? Perhaps you were on the correct track and it simply seemed too easy.
 
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