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'''Probability''' is one of the most difficult areas of [[mathematics]] to define, explain, or understand. Probability can be loosely defined as the chance that an event will happen. | '''Probability''' is one of the most difficult areas of [[mathematics]] to define, explain, or understand. Probability can be loosely defined as the chance that an event will happen. | ||
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Revision as of 20:59, 4 October 2007
Probability is one of the most difficult areas of mathematics to define, explain, or understand. Probability can be loosely defined as the chance that an event will happen.
Contents
[hide]Introductory Probability
Before reading about the following topics, a student learning about probability should learn about introductory counting techniques.
Types of Probability
Part of a comprehensive understanding of basic probability includes an understanding of the differences between different kinds of probability problems.
- algebraic probability
- combinatorial probability problems involve counting outcomes.
- geometric probability
