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Taking Chances presents an entertaining and fascinating exploration of probability, revealing traps and fallacies in the field. It describes and analyzes a remarkable variety of situations where chance plays a role, including football pools, the Lottery, TV games, sport, cards, roulette, coins, and dice. The book guides the reader around common pitfalls, demonstrates how to make better-informed decisions, and shows where the odds can be unexpectedly in your favor.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Engaging insights into probability for smarter decisions.
Who is this book for?
If you're curious about how chance influences everyday life and want to learn to navigate it better, this book is a delightful pick. It offers lively examples and practical advice that can change how you see luck and odds in games and beyond. You'll find it both fun and enlightening, perfect for improving your understanding of probabilities in real-world situations.
