Which of the following is not one of the important distinctions of probability distributions
A) Discrete versus continuous
B) Symmetric versus skewed
C) Bounded versus unbounded
D) Positive versus negative

Question

Which of the following is not one of the important distinctions of probability distributions
A) Discrete versus continuous 
B) Symmetric versus skewed 
C) Bounded versus unbounded 
D) Positive versus negative

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The distinction of probability distributions is not based on whether they are positive or negative. This is not relevant to the shape, range or characteristics of a probability distribution. The other three distinctions listed (discrete vs continuous, symmetric vs skewed, bounded vs unbounded) are important in understanding and analyzing probability distributions.

Which of the Following Is Not One of the Important