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This lecture discusses the construction of a probability model, focusing on random experiments, uncertainty calculations, and the use of probability models in various experiments. An example is given to estimate the average weight of a group by sampling a smaller group randomly. The lecture also covers design-based inference, variance calculation, and allocation optimization in clinical trials. The instructor explains the importance of random sampling in statistical analysis and the practical applications of these concepts in medical research and survey design.