This is a beginning course in probability and statistics with special emphasis on the critical analysis of games of chance. The objectives of the course are to introduce several quantitative concepts with real-life applications. These applications are related to situations that involve fallacies in reasoning, equity markets and games of chance. Note: This course fulfills the Quantitative Literacy (GQ) requirement for students under GenEd and a Quantitative Reasoning (QA or QB) requirement for students under Core.