The Birthday Problem Revisited.

Jones, Kevin S.

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ERIC Number: EJ474866

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Publication Date: 1993

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The Birthday Problem Revisited.

Jones, Kevin S.

Mathematics Teacher, v86 n5 p373-77 May 1993

Examines variations on the classic problem that asks for the fewest number of people so that the probability of two people having the same birthday is at least one-half. Extends the problem to consider the probability of a bridge player having the same hand in a lifetime. (MDH)

Descriptors: Estimation (Mathematics), Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Probability, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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