Probability is a liberal art.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Probability belongs to general education and critical thinking not just math.
- In plain terms
- Learning probability is part of being a well rounded person.
- What can you take from it?
- Study probability as a life skill.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is probability taught enough?
- How does it help life?
Another view
Math skills are still required to do probability.
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