
Probability
In Our Time
The Intriguing Nature of Probability
The chapter delves into the concept of probability by exploring the surprising likelihood of people sharing the same birthday in a room. Through a step-by-step calculation, they reveal that with just 23 people, the probability of two individuals sharing a birthday becomes more than 50%. This counterintuitive example highlights the intriguing nature of probability and how it can challenge our initial assumptions.
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