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If Y is a random variable with moment-generating function
Chapter 3, Problem 158E(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Problem 158E
If Y is a random variable with moment-generating function m(t) and if W is given by W = aY + b, show that the moment-generating function of W is etbm(at).
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QUESTION:
Problem 158E
If Y is a random variable with moment-generating function m(t) and if W is given by W = aY + b, show that the moment-generating function of W is etbm(at).
ANSWER:
Answer:
Step 1 of 1:
If is a random variable with moment-generating function and if is given by
We need to show that the moment-generating function of is
We know the moment-generating function for a random variable