For a sample from Uniform(a,b), the expected minimum (k = 1) is a + (b - a)/(n + 1). Which expression correctly represents this?

For a sample from Uniform(a,b), the expected minimum (k = 1) is a + (b - a)/(n + 1). Which expression correctly represents this?

• A. a + (b - a)/(n+1)
• B. a + (b - a)/n
• C. a
• D. b

Answer: (A)