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Normal DistributionThe well known bell shaped curve. According to the Central Limit Theorem, the probability density function of a large number of independent, identically distributed random numbers will approach the normal distribution. In the fractal family of distributions, the normal distribution only exists when alpha equals 2, or the Hurst exponent equals 0.50. Thus, the normal distribution is a special case which in time series analysis is quite rare. See: Alpha, Central Limit Theorem, Fractal Distribution.Normal Distribution Similar MatchesRequired minimum distribution (RMD)Required minimum distribution (RMD)The minimum amount that the IRS requires must be withdrawn each year from all tax-advantaged retirement plans starting in the calendar year following the year in which the plan holder reaches age 70-1/2. Roth IRAs are exempt from this rule. Premature distributionPremature distributionA distribution from an IRA before the owner reaches age 59-1/2. Generally, a 10% penalty tax is owed on such a distribution. Also known as an early distribution or an early withdrawal. Distribution areaDistribution areaAn established price range in which a stock has been trading in for a significant amount of time. See: Accumulation area. Probability distributionProbability distributionA function that describes all the values a random variable can take and the probability associated with each. Also called a probability function. Distribution periodDistribution periodThe period following the dividend declaration date to the date of record during which a stockholder must officially own shares to be entitled to the dividend. Further SuggestionsSkewed distributionExchange distribution Early distribution Functional distribution of income Capital gains distribution Cumulative probability distribution Distribution Income redistribution argument for a tariff Standardized normal distribution Fractal Distribution Frequency distribution Distribution channel Distribution Cost Advantage Income distribution Primary distribution Secondary distribution or offering Dividend distribution Probability distribution distribution |
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