noun the arrangement of something across a space or area
In mathematics, distribution can refer to a function that assigns a probability to each measurable subset of the possible outcomes of a random experiment.
In statistics, distribution refers to the way in which data is spread out or arranged.
In economics, distribution can refer to the way in which goods or resources are allocated or spread among individuals or groups.
In physics, distribution can refer to the spatial arrangement of particles or energy in a system.
In logistics, distribution refers to the process of getting products from a manufacturer to a consumer, including transportation, storage, and delivery.
In the publishing industry, distribution refers to the process of getting books from the publisher to bookstores, online retailers, and other outlets where they can be purchased by readers.
In the field of psychology, distribution can refer to the distribution of scores on a psychological test, such as a normal distribution of scores on an IQ test.
In marketing, distribution refers to the process of making a product or service available to consumers through various channels, such as retail stores, online platforms, and direct sales.
In logistics, distribution involves the planning, implementation, and control of the flow of goods from the point of production to the point of consumption, including transportation, warehousing, and inventory management.