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Unexpected Expectations

By Wapner, Leonard M.

Unexpected Expectations Mathematics

Unexpected Expectations

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This work takes readers through mathematical paradoxes associated with seemingly straightforward applications of mathematical expectation and shows how these unexpected contradictions may push one to reconsider the legitimacy of the applications. Requiring only an understanding of basic algebraic operations, the book covers the roles of aversion and risk in rational decision making, envelope problems, Parrondo's paradox, problems associated with imperfect recall, non-zero-sum games, Newcomb's paradox, and the use of Benford's law in computer design and fraud detection.
Product details
Edition:
illustrated
Number of Pages:
222
Release Date:
2019-09-27
Publication Date:
2012-06-04
Publisher:
A K Peters/CRC Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1568817215
ISBN13:
9781568817217
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
479 g
Height:
157 cm
Width:
235 cm
Thickness:
17 cm
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