Probability

problem

What's the Point of Squash?

Age

14 to 18

Challenge level

Under which circumstances would you choose to play to 10 points in a game of squash which is currently tied at 8-all?
problem

Genetics

Age

14 to 16

Challenge level

A problem about genetics and the transmission of disease.
problem

Taking Chances

Age

11 to 14

Challenge level

This article, for students and teachers, is mainly about probability, the mathematical way of looking at random chance and is a shorter version of Taking Chances Extended.
problem

Can't Find a Coin?

Age

11 to 14

Challenge level

Can you generate a set of random results? Can you fool the random simulator?
problem

Heavy Hydrocarbons

Age

14 to 18

Challenge level

Explore the distribution of molecular masses for various hydrocarbons
problem

Molecular Sequencer

Age

14 to 18

Challenge level

Investigate the molecular masses in this sequence of molecules and deduce which molecule has been analysed in the mass spectrometer.
problem

Peas in a Pod

Age

14 to 16

Challenge level

What is the chance this pea plant will look like its parents?
problem

Squash

Age

16 to 18

Challenge level

If the score is 8-8 do I have more chance of winning if the winner is the first to reach 9 points or the first to reach 10 points?
game

Scissors, Paper, Rock

Age

5 to 7

Challenge level

Play this well-known game against the computer where each player is equally likely to choose scissors, paper or rock. Why not try the variations too?
problem

Probable Words

Age

5 to 7

Challenge level

If you asked your mum/dad/friend to take you to the park today, what sort of response might you get?