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Sampling Distribution of Xbar

This lesson considers the fundamentals of the sampling distribution of the sample mean, and discusses how to calculate the parameters and probabilities associated with it, using a normal probability table and Minitab. This lesson also demonstrates the Central Limit Theorem using simulated data.

Sample Topics

• Simulated data
• Rolling dice
• Flight weight limits
• Bowling scores

Lesson Targets

• Define the sampling distribution of the sample mean
• Discuss the distribution and parameters for the sampling distribution
• Discuss the properties of the Central Limit Theorem
• Calculate probabilities associated with the sampling distribution

Materials Included

• Lesson overview with instructor's notes
• Activity sheet containing 6 exercises
• Activity answer key

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