By asking for directional opinions rather than specific numbers, one can prompt people to consider a broader range of possibilities and outcomes. Framing questions in terms of which way things might go can encourage individuals to assess the overall trajectory of a situation, taking into account both positive and negative factors. This approach can lead to a more nuanced and insightful discussion, especially in investment scenarios where understanding the general trend and potential outcomes is crucial.
Professor, Mathematician and Writer John A. Paulos joins the show to discuss math education, the power of puzzles, cognitive biases, and MUCH more!
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Show Notes:
- Why Do People Hate Math?
- The Power of Posing Problems with Counterintuitive or Shocking Results
- Using Everyday Examples to Understand Math Concepts
- Systems Designed to Take Advantage of Innumeracy
- People’s Ignorance of Randomness and Random Samples
- The Strange Power of Anchoring Bias
- Tradeoffs between Probability and Plausibility
- The Prisoner’s Dilemma & Math Anxiety
- Improving the Monty Hall Problem
- Designing an Ideal Intro Math Course
- The Big Brother Aspect of Nudging
- John as Emperor of the World
- MORE!
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