Chances Are . . .

Adventures in Probability

Autor*innen

• Ellen Kaplan
• Michael Kaplan

Parameter

• 336 Seiten
• 12 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Mathematik
• Sachliteratur
• Wissenschaft

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Exploring humanity's relationship with chance, this book delves into the historical development of probability and its philosophical implications. It highlights the efforts of notable figures who formulated probability concepts and their diverse applications, ranging from gambling to military strategy and healthcare. By examining the quest for certainty amidst randomness, the narrative illustrates how these mathematical tools have shaped our understanding of risk and decision-making throughout history.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
• Einband: Paperback