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Young, Paula Grafton – Mathematics Teacher, 1998
Presents a mathematics problem on probability and matrices placed in a context with insects. Provides an overview, prerequisites, materials needed, and worksheets. (ASK)
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Matrices, Probability, Secondary Education

Wallace, Edward C. – School Science and Mathematics, 1985
Explains an application of matrix algebra which involves probability matrices and weather predictions. Using probabilities of sunny or cloudy weather students can determine the effect weather on day one will have on subsequent days. (DH)
Descriptors: Algebra, High Schools, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction

Rector, Robert E. – Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Game theory is appropriate as a topic for an honors seminar for high school students. Matrices provide a model for analyzing certain situations involving conflict, and probability theory can be used to determine the best strategies for the players. Variations on the ancient game of morra are discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Game Theory, Games, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Enrichment