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Win or Lose?
A gambler bets half the money in his pocket on the toss of a coin, winning an equal amount for a head and losing his money if the result is a tail. After 2n plays he has won exactly n times. Has he more money than he started with?
Playing Squash
Playing squash involves lots of mathematics. This article explores the mathematics of a squash match and how a knowledge of probability could influence the choices you make.
Shapes in the Bag
In this task, children put their hands into a bag and describe what shape they think they can feel and why.
Approaching Midnight: Changing Smallest Step
Liz played Approaching Midnight and wondered how changing the smallest step size affects the game.
Approaching Midnight: First or Second?
Jennie tried the Approaching Midnight game and wondered if it matters whether you go first or second.
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Secret Number
Annie and Ben are playing a game with a calculator. What was Annie's secret number?
Arsenal Collection: Football Logic
Can you use your powers of logic and deduction to work out the missing information in these situations?