Fifty Challenging Problems in Probability with Solutions
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Fifty Challenging Problems in Probability with Solutions
Fifty Challenging Problems in Probability with Solutions
By Frederick Mosteller
Publisher: Dover Publications
Number Of Pages: 88
Publication Date: 1987-05-01
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0486653552
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780486653556
Binding: Paperback
Remarkable selection of puzzlers, graded in difficulty, that illustrate both elementary and advanced aspects of probability. Selected for originality, general interest or because they demonstrate valuable techniques, the problems are ideal as a supplement to courses in probability or statistics, or as stimulating recreation for the mathematically minded. Detailed solutions. Illustrated.
Summary: happy with the purchase.
Rating: 5
Interesting book, challenging for anyone who likes to work on math.
Summary: For math lovers
Rating: 3
I got this book because I wanted to strengthen my skills with basic probability as it relates to gaming, gambling and trading.
In some areas the problems here were helpful to me, and the solutions are well explained.
In a few areas the problems were way over my head and in areas I either don’t understand or am not interested in.
That said, I think anyone with an interest in the subject won’t be disappointed with this thin book, except maybe wishing there was a greater variety of problem types, which was one complaint I had, the second was that the solutions were a bit too complicated, which may mean I’m just not smart enough, however, it would have been a bit stronger of a book if it had explained some of the items at a lower level (for us numbskulls).
Summary: Worth its’ weight in a very precious metal
Rating: 5
This collection of fifty-six classic problems in probability is a first-rate work. All of the solutions are well written and easily followed. The reasoning is general enough to allow you to go on and solve related problems. Examples are birthday matching, trials until success, cooperation, gambler’s ruin, and Buffon’s needle.
If you have a soft spot for problems in probability, this book is an inexpensive must.
Published in Journal of Recreational Mathematics, reprinted with permission.
Summary: useful, effective fun
Rating: 5
Working through the colorful problems in this book is a great way to (re)learn and apply basic probability principles. There is a great deal of independence between problem so you are never quite sure how tough or easy the next one will be. On the other hand, several of the problems are clearly follow-ons that allow the exploration or expansion of some of the more interesting issues.
Though I’ve worked through the problems a couple of times, I bought a replacement copy when my original was “permanently borrowed” from my desk at work.
Summary: Good Distraction
Rating: 5
Even if you are not a big probability fan, you are more than likely to find something enjoyable in this book. Some of the problems are wasy, some are hard, and some are just strange, but it makes for a very entertaining diversion for the mathematically inclined.
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