Strategies in Yahtzee: An Exercise in Elementary Probability.

Milton, J. Susan; Corbet, James J.

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Publication Date: 1982-Dec

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Strategies in Yahtzee: An Exercise in Elementary Probability.

Milton, J. Susan; Corbet, James J.

Mathematics Teacher, v75 n9 p746-50 Dec 1982

The game of Yahtzee is analyzed to some extent through methods of elementary probability. Several different problems are posed, and these serve to illustrate both mathematical concerns and game play strategy. Solutions are provided to all questions at the conclusion and suggestions for further questions are presented. (MP)

Descriptors: Educational Games, Games, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Instruction, Probability, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Learner; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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