Normal distribution

continuous probability distribution that is symmetric and bell-shaped

Also known as Gaussian Distribution

Named after

A selection of Normal Distribution Probability Density Functions (PDFs). Both the mean, μ, and variance, σ², are varied. The key is given on the graph.

Formula(s) and quantities

Defining Formula: $φ (z) \equiv \frac{1}{σ \sqrt{2 π}} e^{- (z - μ)^{2} / (2 σ^{2})}$
$μ$ symbol represents expectation
$σ$ symbol represents variance
$e$ symbol represents Euler's Number
$π$ symbol represents Pi
$φ$ symbol represents normal distribution

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