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| Mathematical Models | 2 |
| Mathematics | 2 |
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| Mathematical Spectrum | 2 |
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| Jackson, Paul R. | 1 |
| Watterson, G. A. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedWatterson, G. A. – Mathematical Spectrum, 1969
Describes a mathematical model used in statistical prediction. Model is derived from known independent continuously variable quantities having the same distribution. (RS)
Descriptors: Mathematical Models, Mathematics, Prediction, Probability
Peer reviewedJackson, Paul R. – Mathematical Spectrum, 1972
The probabilities of certain English football teams winning different playoffs are determined. In each case, a mathematical model is fitted to the observed data, assumptions are verified, and the calculations performed. (LS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Data Analysis, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Models
