Abstract

        
 

What are the Odds? (Dice probability)  by Luke Vorpagel, Sierra College (Math student of the year 2009)

In this talk the speaker will derive a multi-variable expression that will generate the probability of casting lots given d-dice, with s-sides and a desired t-total.  Only skills that have been instilled upon sierra college math students will be used.  This derivation will include but not be limited to combinatorics, binomial series, truncating expressions and algebraic cleverness.  So please come and enjoy the experience of learning and participating in a Sierra College Math Department presentation.