Suppose X is a random variable whose density is f(x) = cx(1 - x) for 0...

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Suppose X is a random variable whose density is f(x) = cx(1 - x) for 0 < x < 1, and f(x) = 0 otherwise. Find

a. the value a c. b. P(X <= 1/2). c. P(X <= 1/3)

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