Which probability distribution applies to the number of events occurring within a specified period of time or space?
A) binomial distribution
B) Poisson distribution
C) any discrete probability distribution
D) any continuous probability distribution

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The Poisson distribution applies to the number of events occurring within a specified period of time or space. The binomial distribution only applies to a fixed number of independent trials with two possible outcomes, while the other options are incorrect because they do not specifically address the situation described.

Which Probability Distribution Applies to the Number of Events Occurring