Lesson 5.7 - Binomial & Geometric R.V.’s
Relevant Context
Basketball
“Granny” Free Throws
Stats Content (CED Topics 4.10-4.12)
Geometric Distribution
Binomial Distribution
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5.7 Video
If you’re curious about the math of the binomial coefficient (not covered on the AP Exam), we have an extra explainer video here. Watching is optional.
(Lesson updated in Fall 2022. See archived version of lesson here.)