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Peer reviewedHope, Jack A.; Kelly, Ivan W. – Mathematics Teacher, 1983
Several common errors reflecting difficulties in probabilistic reasoning are identified, relating to ambiguity, previous outcomes, sampling, unusual events, and estimating. Knowledge of these mistakes and interpretations may help mathematics teachers understand the thought processes of their students. (MNS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Error Patterns, Learning Processes, Logical Thinking
