E M-REASON 14 - Fat Chance

Institution:

Harvard University

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Description:

This course has three objectives: to learn to calculate probabilities precisely, when we can; to learn how to estimate them, when we can't; and to say exactly what we can and can't infer from these calculations. The course is not mathematically demanding-we assume no mathematical background beyond high-school algebra-but the goal is serious: given that we're asked everyday to make consequential decisions on the basis of incomplete knowledge, an understanding of basic probability is an essential tool for life.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.harvard.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 495-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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