What is the main purpose of using Stirling’s formula in probability theory ?

2025

Answer: B. To estimate the approximate size of n factorials when n is large

1. A.

   To compute exact values of factorials

2. B.

   To estimate the approximate size of n factorials when n is large

3. C.

   To simplify integrals

4. D.

   To find the mean of a probability distribution

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