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by Edward W. Packel

This book examines the mathematics of games of chance and skill, including poker, lotteries, and horse racing. It applies probability, expectation, and game theory to analyse optimal strategies and betting behaviours using high school algebra.

Accession 16965 ISBN 088385628X Publisher Mathematical Association of America
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