Some Surprising Probabilities from Bingo.

Mercer, Joseph O.

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Publication Date: 1993

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Some Surprising Probabilities from Bingo.

Mercer, Joseph O.

Mathematics Teacher, v86 n9 p726-31 Dec 1993

Investigates the probability of winning the largest prize at Bingo through a series of five simpler problems. Investigations are conducted with the aid of either BASIC computer programs, spreadsheets, or a computer algebra system such as Mathematica. Provides sample data tables to illustrate findings. (MDH)

Descriptors: Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Games, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Probability, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Spreadsheets

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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