The normal distribution formula is based on two simple parameters—mean and standard deviation—that quantify the characteristics of a given dataset.

Key Points A platykurtic distribution resembles a normal distribution, with some differences. Typically, a platykurtic distribution has a shorter center with fewer values distributed along the ends.

This distribution of data points is called the normal or bell curve distribution. For example, in a group of 100 individuals, 10 may be below 5 feet tall, 65 may stand between 5 and 5.5 feet and ...