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Taking Chances Extended
This article, for students and teachers, is mainly about probability, the mathematical way of looking at random chance.
Probability
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con Tricks
Here are some examples of 'cons', and see if you can figure out where the trick is.
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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.
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The Mean Game
Edward Wallace based his A Level Statistics Project on The Mean
Game. Each picks 2 numbers. The winner is the player who picks a
number closest to the mean of all the numbers picked.
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Odd Dice
Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
These strange dice are rolled. What is the probability that the sum obtained is an odd number?
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Statins and Risk
Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
"Statins cut the risks of heart attacks and strokes by 40%"
Should the Professor take statins? Can you help him decide?
Should the Professor take statins? Can you help him decide?
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How Risky is my diet?
Age
11 to 16
Challenge level
Newspapers said that eating a bacon sandwich every day raises the risk of bowel cancer by 20%. Should you be concerned?
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Chance Combinations
Age
11 to 14
Challenge level
Can you design a bingo board that gives you the best chance of winning?