Overview
Learn about the standard unit normal distribution and probability computations in this 17-minute educational video. Explore how to transform normal distributions into standard form through mean-centering and scaling procedures for easier probability calculations. Understand the practical applications through real-world examples, such as calculating height percentiles in the USA. Master key concepts including the standard unit normal, Cumulative Distribution Function (CDF), standard deviation, and probability computations. Work through a practical example involving 400 coins to reinforce understanding of these statistical concepts. Originally produced at the University of Washington with funding support from the Boeing Company.
Syllabus
00:00 Intro
02:53 The Standard Unit Normal
05:57 Defining the CDF
10:24 The Standard Deviation
12:17 Example: 400 Coins
16:09 Outro
Taught by
Steve Brunton