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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.
Theoretical probability
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articleTaking chances extended
This article, for students and teachers, is mainly about probability, the mathematical way of looking at random chance. -
articleThe random world
Think that a coin toss is 50-50 heads or tails? Read on to appreciate the ever-changing and random nature of the world in which we live. -
articleWhat is a random variable, really?
This article offers an advanced perspective on random variables for the interested reader. -
articleA probability conundrum
What do we mean by probability? This simple problem may challenge your ideas... -
problemWhat do you know about probability? (2)
Age11 to 14Challenge level
What are the likelihoods of different events when you roll a dice? -
problemTools for thinking about probability
Age11 to 14Challenge level
Can you design your own probability scale?
How do you describe the different parts? -
problemGenetics
Age14 to 16Challenge level
A problem about genetics and the transmission of disease. -
problemKnock-out
Age16 to 18Challenge level
Before a knockout tournament with 2^n players I pick two players. What is the probability that they have to play against each other at some point in the tournament? -
problemCoin tossing games
Age14 to 16Challenge level
You and I play a game involving successive throws of a fair coin. Suppose I pick HH and you pick TH. The coin is thrown repeatedly until we see either two heads in a row (I win) or a tail followed by a head (you win). What is the probability that you win?