2006-12-29 17:27:00 · 10 answers · asked by Ray 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
Probability is used to anticipate and prepare for future events. For example, using a a probability theory a teacher can attempt to change the traditional bell curve distribution of grades in their class to a more biased curve by working on the low end. As another example, in my job i calculate the probability that separate pieces of my designs will line up properly. Usually this has to do with lining up tab A with slot B or a screw with Hole1 and Hole2. Using probability, i can estimate the percentage of the time everything will fit close enough to work. I can then make modifications until that percentage is 'acceptable'.
Generally, probability is used to make the exactness of theory and paper match the inexactness of our silly universe.
2006-12-29 18:27:27 · answer #1 · answered by Don Pablo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So then you agree that it's possible there is a God. By admitting that you have admitted there is a probability there is a God. By admitting there is a probability there is a God then there is a probability there is a Heaven. By admitting the probability there is a Heaven then you admit there is a probability there is a Hell. Do you want a probability of going to Hell? Of course this is just using you probability argument. Kind of "Russel's Teapot" around the sun argument.
2016-03-29 00:35:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It helps in making decisions that have uncertain outcomes. You can compare the probability of things coming out generally good with the probability of things coming out bad.
2006-12-29 17:29:16 · answer #3 · answered by LSN 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can predict the chances of an event. Like the chances of a volcano erupting and killing everyone around it based on its history of eruptions.
2006-12-29 17:36:18 · answer #4 · answered by Robert Haber 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
haha are you in algebra two?
I asked my self the same question when I was taking that class.
A year later, I still don't know, I mean it helped me in statistics, and that's it.
so unless you're going into a career where it has allot of statistics in it, like stocks, weather reporter, you'll probability quite allot.
2006-12-29 17:30:04 · answer #5 · answered by Arpan G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's something used in everyday life and applied to a load of different situations.
2006-12-29 17:31:37 · answer #6 · answered by jjc92787 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If three of your buddies banged a hot chick then good chances are that you will too....
2006-12-29 18:56:33 · answer #7 · answered by JAMES R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you gamble, you can estimate your chances of winning!
2006-12-29 17:28:27 · answer #8 · answered by Yuka 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So you know what the odds are.
2006-12-29 17:31:04 · answer #9 · answered by soulguy85 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cuz it comes up in life.
2006-12-29 17:28:21 · answer #10 · answered by missannazhoo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋