The probability distribution of X, the number of imperfections for every 10 meters of a synthetic fabric in continuous rolls of uniform width, is given by 1 3 4 f(x) 0.41 0.37 0.17 0.05 0.01 find the mean and variance of X. (10 pts)

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The probability distribution of X, the number of imperfections for
every 10 meters of a synthetic fabric in continuous rolls of uniform
width, is given by
1
2
3
4
f(x)
0.41
0.37
0.17
0.05
0.01
find the mean and variance of X. (10 pts)
Transcribed Image Text:The probability distribution of X, the number of imperfections for every 10 meters of a synthetic fabric in continuous rolls of uniform width, is given by 1 2 3 4 f(x) 0.41 0.37 0.17 0.05 0.01 find the mean and variance of X. (10 pts)
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