The Doctrine of Chances, or a Method of Calculating the Probabilities of Events in Play (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

A. De Moivre

 
9781333676834: The Doctrine of Chances, or a Method of Calculating the Probabilities of Events in Play (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book is a treatise on the mathematical calculation of probabilities. The author, an acclaimed mathematician, seeks to establish a solid mathematical basis for the branch of knowledge known as the Doctrine of Chances. In it, he provides a set of fundamental principles and rules for calculating the likelihood of various events occurring, and to characterize the nature of the risk and advantage in games of chance. The author includes several illustrative examples to clarify these principles, which he expands upon to explore many intricate chance-based scenarios of increasing complexity. This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of probability within the context of games of chance.

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