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Noun first moment has 1 sense
  1. arithmetic mean, first moment, expectation, expected value - the sum of the values of a random variable divided by the number of values
    --1 is a kind of mean, mean value

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Term: First Moment

Description

In statistics, the first moment refers to the measure of the center or location of a probability distribution, also known as the expected value or mean.

In physics, the first moment is referred to as the torque, which is the product of a force and the perpendicular distance from the point of rotation.

Sample Sentences

First Moment (Statistics):

  1. The first moment of a discrete probability distribution can be calculated by multiplying each value by its corresponding probability and summing them.
  2. To find the first moment of a continuous probability distribution, you need to integrate the product of each value and its probability density function.
  3. The first moment is a useful statistical measure in analyzing data sets and determining central tendencies.

First Moment (Physics):

  1. In rotational equilibrium, the sum of clockwise torques should be equal to the sum of counterclockwise torques at the first moment.
  2. The first moment of a force about a specified axis determines the turning effect produced by the force.
  3. Understanding the first moment of forces is crucial in designing structures and analyzing mechanical systems.

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