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Poisson Distribution Calculator

Find P(exactly k events) given an average rate.

Parameters Live Compute
Calculated Output
P(X = k) (%) 22.404
Formula: P = e^(−λ) λᵏ ÷ k!
Step-by-Step Breakdown
1. Values used:
2. Average rate (λ) = 3
3. Events (k) = 2
4.
5. P(X = k) = 22.404%
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The Poisson distribution models how many events occur in a fixed interval at a known average rate.

The math behind it

P(X=k) = e^(−λ) × λᵏ ÷ k!, where λ is the average number of events.

Worked Example

λ 3, k 2 → 22.4%.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Calls per hour, defects per batch, arrivals per minute.

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