Topic 3: Probability Distributions

Lesson 3.5: The Normal Distribution And The Normal Approximation To The Binomial — Quiz

Test your understanding of lesson 3.5: the normal distribution and the normal approximation to the binomial with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

What is the shape of the normal distribution curve?

Question 2

Approximately what percentage of data falls within two standard deviations of the mean in a normal distribution?

Question 3

Which of the following parameters is NOT required to define a normal distribution?

Question 4

When using the normal distribution to approximate a binomial distribution, which correction should be applied?

Question 5

What is the empirical rule regarding the normal distribution?