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Introduction to Mathematica and the "Birthday Problem"

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Introduction to Mathematica and the "Birthday Problem"

Description:
This unit introduces students both to Mathematica and to the Monte Carlo method of solving probability problems, in particular, the "Birthday Problem." Using Mathematica's random-number-generating capability along with its ability to work with lists, students can use the computer to simulate the birthdays of any number of people and find approximate but reliable solutions to the "Birthday Problem." M2T2 is a set of modules that model standards-aligned curricula at the middle-school level. They are available free on the Web in Acrobat form. Their optimal use includes a variety of digital technologies such as graphing calculators, spreadsheets, and computer-based geometry. However, the modules can be done without any of these.
Education Levels:
12, Higher education
Subject:
Probability, Statistics
Resource Type:
Activity
Medium:
Text/HTML
Fee Status:
Free
Beneficiary:
Students, Advanced placement students
Online provider:
MSTE - The Office for Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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