Question

ML estimation

Let K be a Poisson random variable with parameter λ: its PMF is

pK(k;λ)=λke−λk!,for k=0,1,2,….

What is the ML estimate of λ based on a single observation K=k? (Your answer should be an algebraic function of k using standard notation.)
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Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer = k