Gaussian curves, normal curves and bell curves are synonymous. Each represents how statistical data with normal distribution plots on a graph. Normal distribution describes a particular way ...

Instead, I'm going to take a different approach here. I'm going to wave my arms a lot, and give you enough examples to convince you that the normal distribution is not only correct, but is inevitable.

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.