How to calculate when normal distriubtion table is not enough?

In summary, you can determine whether the normal distribution table is not enough for your data by checking for any outliers or extreme values. Some alternatives to using the normal distribution table include using non-parametric tests, transforming the data, or using other statistical distributions. It may still be appropriate to use the normal distribution table if your data is not perfectly normally distributed, but significant skewness or a large number of outliers may require alternative methods. The central limit theorem states that the means of a large number of samples will be normally distributed, making the use of the normal distribution table appropriate in most cases with a large enough sample size. However, there are limitations to using the normal distribution table, as it assumes normality and is only applicable for continuous data.
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how to calculate when normal distriubtion table is not enough??

so the values for the standard normal distribution table goes from [-3, 3]. I'm asked to evaluate an integral from -infinity to -4.32.

how do I do that?
 
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FAQ: How to calculate when normal distriubtion table is not enough?

How do I know when the normal distribution table is not enough for my data?

You can determine whether the normal distribution table is not enough for your data by checking for any outliers or extreme values. If your data has a large number of outliers, it may not follow a normal distribution and using the normal distribution table may not be appropriate.

What are the alternatives to using the normal distribution table?

There are several alternatives to using the normal distribution table, such as using non-parametric tests, transforming the data to make it more normally distributed, or using other statistical distributions that better fit the data.

Can I still use the normal distribution table if my data is not perfectly normally distributed?

In some cases, it may still be appropriate to use the normal distribution table even if your data is not perfectly normally distributed. However, if your data is significantly skewed or has a large number of outliers, it may be more appropriate to use alternative methods.

How does the central limit theorem relate to using the normal distribution table?

The central limit theorem states that the means of a large number of samples from any population will be normally distributed. This means that in most cases, using the normal distribution table is appropriate as long as your sample size is large enough.

Are there any limitations to using the normal distribution table?

Yes, there are some limitations to using the normal distribution table. It assumes that the data is normally distributed and may not be appropriate for highly skewed or non-normal data. Additionally, the normal distribution table is only applicable for continuous data, not categorical data.

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