Fifty Challenging Problems in Probability with Solutions

Fifty Challenging Problems in Probability with Solutions

Dover Publications Inc.

Can you solve the problem of \""The Unfair Subway\""?\nMarvin gets off work at random times between 3 and 5 p.m. His mother lives uptown, his girlfriend downtown. He takes the first subway that comes in either direction and eats dinner with the one he is delivered to. His mother complains that he never comes to see her, but he says she has a 50-50 chance. He has had dinner with her twice in the last 20 working days. Explain.\nMarvin's adventures in probability are one of the fifty intriguing puzzles that illustrate both elementary ad advanced aspects of probability, each problem designed to challenge the mathematically inclined. From \""The Flippant Juror\"" and \""The Prisoner's Dilemma\"" to \""The Cliffhanger\"" and \""The Clumsy Chemist,\"" they provide an ideal supplement for all who enjoy the stimulating\n\nFifty Challenging Problems in Probability with Solutions\n\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.;

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