Fat Chance - Probability from 0 to 1 (Paperback)

In a world where we are constantly being asked to make decisions based on incomplete information, facility with basic probability is an essential skill. This book provides a solid foundation in basic probability theory designed for intellectually curious readers and those new to the subject. Through its conversational tone and careful pacing of mathematical development, the book balances a charming style with informative discussion. This text will immerse the reader in a mathematical view of the world, giving them a glimpse into what attracts mathematicians to the subject in the first place. Rather than simply writing out and memorizing formulas, the reader will come out with an understanding of what those formulas mean, and how and when to use them. Readers will also encounter settings where probabilistic reasoning does not apply or where intuition can be misleading. This book establishes simple principles of counting collections and sequences of alternatives, and elaborates on these techniques to solve real world problems both inside and outside the casino. Pair this book with the HarvardX online course for great videos and interactive learning: https://harvardx.link/fat-chance.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	June 2019
Authors:	Benedict Gross • Joe Harris • Emily Riehl
Dimensions:	252 x 177 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	210
ISBN-13:	978-1-108-72818-8
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Probability & statistics Books > Business & Economics > Economics > Econometrics > Economic statistics Promotions
LSN:	1-108-72818-9
Barcode:	9781108728188

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