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Fletcher, Mike; Mooney, Claire – Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications, 2001
Observes the application of probability theory to a game between two players. Shows how basic techniques such as tree diagrams can be used to demonstrate optimum strategies, how the art of bluffing can be quantified, and how this might be applied to a game of poker. (Author/ASK)
Descriptors: Game Theory, Games, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Activities

Shi, Yixun – Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications, 2000
Presents a game in which if player is playing a match of this game with an opponent, at each step in the game he has to decide whether to continue or to stop. Helps students to develop a strategy for making such a decision based on the expected gain and related probabilities. (Author/ASK)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Games, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Activities