If X₁ ... ... X are independent gamma random variables alongside the MGF of a gamma variable. What is then the distribution of Sn = X₁ + ... + Xn?

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Section13.2: Expected Value And Variance Of Continuous Random Variables
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If X₁ ... ... X₂ are independent gamma random variables alongside the MGF of a gamma variable. What is
then the distribution of Sn = X₁ + ... + Xn?
Transcribed Image Text:If X₁ ... ... X₂ are independent gamma random variables alongside the MGF of a gamma variable. What is then the distribution of Sn = X₁ + ... + Xn?
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