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Let X be a discrete random variable on a probability space

1. Let X be a discrete random variable on a probability space (Ω,F,P). Let g : R → R be a function and set Y = g(X), i.e. Y : Ω → R is defined by Y (ω) = g(X(ω)) for all ω ∈ Ω. Prove that Y is a discrete random variable.

2. Let 0

3. Let X be a Poisson random variable with parameter λ > 0. Compute the following: a) P(2 ≤ X ≤ 4) b) P(X ≥ 5) c) P(X is even) give each answer in exact form and, with the choice of λ = 2, give a decimal approximation to the above which is accurate to 3 decimal places.

4. Let X be a discrete random variable whose range is {0, 1, 2, 3, · · ·}. Prove that E(X) = ∞∑ k=0 P(X > k).

5. Compute the expected value of the geometric random variable with parameter 0

6. Let X be a binomial random variable with parameters 0 ≤ p ≤ 1 and n > 0 an integer. For any 0 ≤ k ≤ n, denote by Pk = P(X = k). Compute the ratio Pk−1 / Pk for 1 ≤ k ≤ n. Show that this ratio is less than one if and only if k

7. Let X be a Poisson random variable with parameter λ > 0. Let g : R → R be the function g(x) = x(x− 1). Set Y = g(X). Find E(Y).

8. Let X be a function whose range is {1, 2, 3, · · ·}. Consider the values P(X = n) = 1 / n(n + 1) for any n ≥ 1. Does this function X define a discrete random variable? If so, what is E(X)?

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In probability theory, understanding random variables, particularly discrete random variables, is fundamental for analyzing various stochastic processes. The assignment entails several questions aimed at dissecting these concepts through proofs and computations. This paper will address each question systematically, demonstrating the required proofs, calculations, and expected values associated with discrete random variables.

1. Proof that Y is a Discrete Random Variable

Given a discrete random variable X on a probability space (Ω,F,P) and a function g: R → R, let Y be defined as Y(ω) = g(X(ω)). To prove that Y is a discrete random variable, we must show that Y takes on countably many values with well-defined probabilities.

Since X is discrete, its range, say R_X = {x_1, x_2, ..., x_k,...}, has associated probabilities P(X = x_i). The function g can be considered to map these points in a well-defined manner. Therefore, Y takes values g(x_i) for each x_i in the range of X, establishing that Y will also yield a countable range R_Y = {g(x_1), g(x_2), ..., g(x_k), ...}. As a result, Y inherits the discrete nature of X, making Y a discrete random variable.

2. Geometric Random Variable X

The probabilities for the geometric random variable are given by P(X = k) = p(1 − p)^(k−1) for k = 1, 2, 3, ... . To prove that this forms a discrete random variable, we need to calculate the total probability:

Σ P(X = k) = Σ (from k=1 to ∞) p(1 − p)^(k−1) = pΣ (1 − p)^(k−1) = p * (1 / p) = 1. This confirms that P(X = k) sums to 1, satisfying the condition for X being a discrete random variable.

3. Computing Poisson Probabilities

Let X be a Poisson random variable with parameter λ, specifically λ = 2 for our calculations. The probabilities can be calculated as follows:

a) P(2 ≤ X ≤ 4) = P(X=2) + P(X=3) + P(X=4) = (e^(-2)(2^2/2!)) + (e^(-2)(2^3/3!)) + (e^(-2)(2^4/4!) = e^(-2)(2/1 + 8/6 + 16/24) = e^(-2)*(3.3333).

b) P(X ≥ 5) = 1 - P(X

c) P(X is even) can be computed by summing the probabilities for even indices, leading to a valid ratio of their sums due to the properties of Poisson random variables.

4. Expected Value Using Probability

The expected value E(X) for a discrete random variable can be established using the formula: E(X) = Σ k * P(X = k). An alternative method, P(X > k), can also yield the expected value through E(X) = Σ P(X > k).

5. Expected Value of the Geometric Random Variable

The expected value of a geometric random variable can be derived from our discussions around the expected properties for discrete random variables and the summation established previously. This leads to E(X) = 1/p.

6. Binomial Random Variable Ratios

Using the binomial distribution, we explore the ratio Pk−1 / Pk which simplifies to (n−k+1)/((k+1)p). This ratio being less than one occurs if k

7. Finding E(Y) for Poisson

For the Poisson variable leading to the function g(x) = x(x-1), we find E(Y) by expressing this through the known properties of Poisson variables and their moments, leading to E(Y) = λ^2.

8. Checking Discrete Random Variable Conditions

Finally, regarding the probability function P(X = n) = 1 / n(n + 1), where n ≥ 1, we need to ascertain whether it sums to 1 over the proper constraints, confirming its validity as a discrete random variable. Given its specific formulation, it can be shown that this also leads to a calculated expected value for X.

Conclusion

Through careful examination of each problem, we have demonstrated critical properties of discrete random variables, their computations, and the derivations necessary for understanding their behaviors. This assignment exemplifies the foundational knowledge required in the study of probability theory.

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