SOLUTION: Let X be a continuous random variable. Can the function {{{ f(x)=2^(-x) }}} for x > 0 and 0 otherwise be its probability density function? If so, state why. If not, explain why not

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Question 1136620: Let X be a continuous random variable. Can the function +f%28x%29=2%5E%28-x%29+ for x > 0 and 0 otherwise be its probability density function? If so, state why. If not, explain why not.
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