The probability distribution of the number of accidents in Grand Rapids, Michigan, each day is given by This distribution is an example of:
A) continuous probability distribution
B) discrete probability distribution
C) conditional probability distribution
D) an expected value distribution
E) Is not a probability distribution.

Question

The probability distribution of the number of accidents in Grand Rapids, Michigan, each day is given by  This distribution is an example of:
A) continuous probability distribution 
B) discrete probability distribution 
C) conditional probability distribution 
D) an expected value distribution 
E) Is not a probability distribution.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The given distribution is a discrete probability distribution because it lists the probabilities of the accidents happening in discrete values (0, 1, 2, 3, and so on).

The Probability Distribution of the Number of Accidents in Grand