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The Science of Coincidence

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The Science of Coincidence and Luck

This chapter explores the science behind coincidences and luck, discussing the struggles people face in estimating probabilities and analyzing whether good or bad luck truly exists. Personal stories of coincidences are shared, including a radio program involving three people with the same birthday and a comedian's experience in Ghana that connected with her late grandmother's past.

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