Theoretical probability
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problemCan you generate a set of random results? Can you fool the random simulator? -
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problemSquash
If the score is 8-8 do I have more chance of winning if the winner is the first to reach 9 points or the first to reach 10 points? -
problemTwo and One
Terry and Ali are playing a game with three balls. Is it fair that Terry wins when the middle ball is red?
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problemIn the Playground
What can you say about the child who will be first on the playground tomorrow morning at breaktime in your school?
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problemTricky Track
In this game you throw two dice and find their total, then move the appropriate counter to the right. Which counter reaches the purple box first?
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problemProbably...
You'll need to work in a group for this problem. The idea is to decide, as a group, whether you agree or disagree with each statement.
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problemBipin's Choice
Bipin is in a game show and he has picked a red ball out of 10 balls. He wins a large sum of money, but can you use the information to decided what he should do next? -
problemTrick or Treat
Mrs. Smith had emptied packets of chocolate-covered mice, plastic frogs and gummi-worms into a cauldron for treats. What treat is Trixie most likely to pick out?
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problemThe Twelve Pointed Star Game
Have a go at this game which involves throwing two dice and adding their totals. Where should you place your counters to be more likely to win?