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A Critical Examination of Lotteries
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A Critical Examination of Lotteries

Prize Structures and Probabilities
By: Jaime Aguirre

£72.99

Uncover the math behind the jackpot. This guide demystifies probability and odds, revealing how draw methods impact your chances. Explore which lotteries are easiest to win, debunk myths about lucky numbers, and learn to think critically about the game.

Discover the fascinating world of lotteries and the mathematics behind them. This book demystifies the concepts of chance, probability, and odds, explaining how they shape…
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Discover the fascinating world of lotteries and the mathematics behind them. This book demystifies the concepts of chance, probability, and odds, explaining how they shape lottery games and outcomes. Through clear examples and step-by-step guidance, readers will learn how probabilities apply to simple and complex events, how to count outcomes using permutations and combinations, and how different draw methods impact the odds of winning.
From exploring which lotteries are easiest to win to debunking myths about lucky numbers, this book combines practical insights with a critical examination of common misunderstandings. It also investigates the accuracy of official lottery data and the hidden layers behind jackpot claims.
Whether you are a math enthusiast, a lottery player curious about your chances, or simply someone fascinated by the science of randomness, this book is your guide to understanding the numbers behind the games. Accessible and engaging, it is perfect for anyone eager to think critically about lotteries and the probabilities that govern them.

Jaime Aguirre is a chemist with over 30 years of expertise in food and feed analysis, having worked extensively in both industry and academia. His intellectual pursuits span a wide range of topics, including the Kjeldahl method, the periodic table, and the mathematics of lottery probabilities.
He holds an MSc from the University of New South Wales (Australia) and dual BSc degrees from the University of Antioquia and the Technological University of Pereira (Colombia). He is an active member of the American Chemical Society and the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.
Jaime is the author of The Kjeldahl Method: 140 Years (2023) and Periodic Table of the Universe: Symphony of Matter (2024).
Now retired, Jaime resides in Sydney, Australia, while frequently traveling to the USA, Europe, and South America.

Hardback

  • ISBN: 1-0364-5703-6
  • ISBN13: 978-1-0364-5703-7
  • Date of Publication: 2025-09-01

Ebook

  • ISBN: 1-0364-5704-4
  • ISBN13: 978-1-0364-5704-4
  • Date of Publication: 2025-09-01
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  • BIC: GBC, PB, PBT
  • THEMA: GBC, PB, PBT
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