normal curve (C1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈnɔrməl ˈkɜrv/
Definition
A continuous probability distribution where the majority of data points cluster around the mean, tapering off gradually towards the extremes, forming a bell-shaped curve.
Examples
The normal curve is a fundamental concept in statistics, used to model real-world phenomena.
The teacher explained how to calculate the area under the normal curve to find probabilities.
The psychologist used the normal curve to analyze the distribution of IQ scores in the population.
How to Use normal curve
- follow a normal curve (verb phrase)
- to have a distribution that is approximately normal — "The data follows a normal curve, with most values clustering around the mean."
- normal curve distribution (noun phrase)
- a distribution that is approximately normal — "The normal curve distribution is commonly used in statistical analysis."
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