Cryptocurrency Q&A Why is it called Gaussian?

Why is it called Gaussian?

Valentino Valentino Thu Nov 28 2024 | 7 answers 2085
I'm curious about the origin of the name 'Gaussian'. Why is it named that way? Is it because of some specific characteristic or association with the Gaussian function or distribution? Why is it called Gaussian?

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Tommaso Tommaso Sat Nov 30 2024
The normal distribution holds a significant place in probability theory and statistics.

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ethan_lewis_journalist ethan_lewis_journalist Sat Nov 30 2024
It serves as a fundamental tool for modeling various phenomena.

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ethan_harrison_chef ethan_harrison_chef Sat Nov 30 2024
This distribution is characterized by its bell-shaped curve.

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IncheonBlues IncheonBlues Sat Nov 30 2024
The curve is symmetrical and peaks at the mean.

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GinsengGlory GinsengGlory Fri Nov 29 2024
The normal distribution is widely applied in various fields.

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