The Book of Proposition Bets
Using Mathematics to Reveal the Odds of Friendly (and Not-So-Friendly) Wagers
$39.39
- Paperback
160 pages
- Release Date
14 August 2021
Summary
In the modern world the theory of probability is used extensively in mathematics, science, engineering, medicine and, of course, gambling. A proposition bet is one that involves the use of probability –both estimated and actual –where an individual makes an apparently attractive bet to someone who is easily deceived by the odds, which are at first glance in his favor.
The Book of Proposition Bets gathers together, and reveals the true mathematics behind, over 50 classic and original p…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781633886742 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1633886743 |
| Author: | Owen O'Shea |
| Publisher: | Prometheus Books |
| Imprint: | Prometheus Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 160 |
| Release Date: | 14 August 2021 |
| Weight: | 254g |
| Dimensions: | 231mm x 154mm x 14mm |
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About The Author
Owen O'Shea
Owen O’Shea is the author of The Call of the Primes and The Magic Numbers of the Professor (with Underwood Dudley) as well as articles in the Journal of Recreational Mathematics and EdgeScience. He lives in Ireland.
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