Preferred Term:
normal distribution
Definition:
Continuous frequency distribution of infinite range. Its properties are as follows: 1, continuous, symmetrical distribution with both tails extending to infinity; 2, arithmetic mean, mode, and median identical; and 3, shape completely determined by the mean and standard deviation.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- Gaussian distribution
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/255740
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