Tijms, Henk

Basic probability : what every math student should know - 2nd ed. - Singapore World Scientific Publishing 2023 - 175p.

1. Combinatorics and calculus for probability 2. Basics of probability 3. Useful probability distributions 4. Real-life examples of Poisson probabilities 5. Monte Carol simulation and probability 6. A primer on Markov chains

This book is designed for high school and college students learning probability for the first time. It provides an accessible, modern treatment of the subject, focusing on conditional probability, Bayesian probability, Poisson distribution applications, and the interface between probability and computer simulation. The book emphasizes the importance of critical evaluation of probabilistic statements in modern society, demonstrating its relevance in everyday situations.

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