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Beaumont, Geoffrey P. – Mathematics Teaching, 1974
This article points out that many students, even of college age, lack familiarity with and confidence about probability problems. Several examples are given, including a "fair game" situation which would probably cause many readers some initial concern. (LS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Developmental Psychology, Game Theory, Mathematics Education
