The Mathematics of Games And Gambling: Second Edition. The

The Mathematics of Games And Gambling: Second Edition. The Anneli Lax New Mathematical Library
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The first edition of this book was reprinted eight times! This book introduces and develops some of the important and beautiful elementary mathematics needed for rational analysis of various gambling and game activities. Most of the standard casino games (roulette, , blackjack, keno), some social games (backgammon, poker, bridge) and various other activities (state lotteries, horse racing, etc.) are treated in ways that bring out their mathematical aspects. The mathematics developed ranges from the predictable concepts of probability, expectation, and binomial coefficients to some less well-known ideas of elementary game theory. The Second Edition includes new material on: sports betting and the mathematics behind it; Game theory applied to bluffing in poker and related to the â€œTexas Holdem phenomenonâ€: The Nash equilibrium concept and its emergence in the popular culture: Internet links to games and to Java applets for practice and classroom use. The only formal mathematics background the reader needs is some facility with high school algebra. Game-related exercises are included at the end of most chapters for readers interested in working with and expanding ideas treated in the text. Solutions to some of the exercises appear at the end of the book.
Country USA
Brand Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
Manufacturer American Mathematical Society
Binding Hardcover
UnitCount 1
Format International Edition
EANs 9780883856468
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
Manufacturer	American Mathematical Society
Binding	Hardcover
UnitCount	1
Format	International Edition
EANs	9780883856468
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

The Mathematics of Games And Gambling: Second Edition. The Anneli Lax New Mathematical Library

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