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A probability model is a mathematical representation of a random phenomenon, used to describe the likelihood of different outcomes. It consists of a sample space, which is the set of all possible outcomes, and a probability measure, which assigns a probability to each outcome or set of outcomes. Probability models are fundamental in statistics, machine learning, and various fields of science and engineering.

There are two main types of probability models: discrete and continuous. Discrete models deal with countable outcomes, such as the number of heads in a series of coin tosses. Continuous models, on the other hand, deal with uncountable outcomes, like the exact time it takes for a process to complete.

Probability models can be classified into different categories based on their structure and assumptions. Some common types include:

1. Binomial model: Describes the number of successes in a fixed number of independent Bernoulli trials.

2. Poisson model: Describes the number of events occurring within a fixed interval of time or space, given a known constant mean rate.

3. Normal (Gaussian) model: Describes a continuous random variable that is symmetrically distributed around its mean.

4. Exponential model: Describes the time between events in a Poisson process, with the rate parameter λ.

Probability models are used to make predictions, estimate parameters, and test hypotheses. They provide a framework for understanding and analyzing random phenomena, enabling researchers and practitioners to draw meaningful conclusions from data.