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1. Consider a random variable which is U(-2,5). Show work and find: a. E(X) b. Var(X)...

1. Consider a random variable which is U(-2,5). Show work and find:

a. E(X)

b. Var(X)

c. P(1<X<3)

d. F(x) evaluated at x=4

e. f(x)

f. E(absolute value of X)

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