If X is a Poisson variable such that P(X= 2) = 9P(X = 4) + 90P(X=6), find the mean and variance of X.

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If X is a Poisson variable such that P(X =2) = 9P(X= 4) + 90P(X = 6), find the mean and variance of X.
Transcribed Image Text:If X is a Poisson variable such that P(X =2) = 9P(X= 4) + 90P(X = 6), find the mean and variance of X.
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