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I am not a Mathematician nor did I major in Math in college. I am trained in Computers but have a special interest in "simple" probability.

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What is the optimal path between $2$ fixed points around an invisible obstructing wall?
Apr 16, 2016
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(UPDATED) Why didn't Archimedes further approximate $\pi$ this way (or did he)?
Nov 4, 2014
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$52$ cards reciprocal sum probability
Feb 20, 2016
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Double obstructing wall problem, what is the optimal walk path and length?
Apr 30, 2016
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Cat / mouse probability question
Sep 21, 2018
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double decker, 13 card flush vs. 18+ of each color card. Who has the better odds of winning?
Apr 8, 2015
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Which outcome is more likely, getting four kings within 2x cards or a specific pair of triples (from a group) within x cards?
Apr 3, 2017
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Variable triples vs. single quad card game. Who has the advantage?
Jul 9, 2016
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off by 1 lottery probability
Jun 22, 2015
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Flip two coins, if at least one is heads, what is the probability of both being heads?
Oct 26, 2014
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Can random suitless $52$ playing card data be compressed to approach, match, or even beat entropy encoding storage? If so, how?
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Does the "stand your ground" law regarding shooting an intruder apply when the door of the dwelling was not locked?
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How to devise an algorithm to generate a random but valid train track layout?
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Determine pattern for 4 given equations
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Using cheap bike computer as a cadence indicator, possible?

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