Which of the following statements is false with respect to a Poisson distribution?
A) The Poisson distribution is an example of a discrete probability distribution.
B) The Poisson distribution is more skewed to the right for smaller values of the parameter.
C) The Poisson distribution is symmetrical when the value of the parameteris close to 5.
D) The mean of the Poisson distribution is equal to the variance.
E) All of these.

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The Poisson distribution becomes more symmetrical as the parameter (mean) increases, but it does not specifically become symmetrical at a parameter value of 5. Symmetry in a Poisson distribution is generally considered for much larger values of the parameter.

Which of the Following Statements Is False with Respect to a Poisson