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* [http://www.artofproblemsolving.com/Books/AoPS_B_Item.php?item_id=302 Intermediate Counting and Probability] by [[David Patrick]]

Revision as of 07:08, 25 September 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.


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.

Example Problems

Introductory

Intermediate


Resources