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coffee_addict
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Message 5 of 76 (107605)
05-11-2004 8:38 PM
Reply to: Message 4 by Stipes
05-11-2004 8:14 PM


Re: Then why?
Stipes writes:
Then why teach probability? To me it seems like a wasted unit in my math class. Sorry, a little off topic.
Because it is helpful in many situations. It is especially very helpful in genetics. Say that if a woman has trisomy 21, the chance of having a normal child for her is 50%. Very helpful to know.

The Laminator

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Message 12 of 76 (141144)
09-09-2004 2:02 AM
Reply to: Message 11 by RAZD
09-09-2004 1:03 AM


Re: bump for literal loren
I think you are wasting your time. I think he's one of those hit-and-run people. I would be very impressed if he actually comes back anytime soon and talk about what he started.

The Laminator
We are the bog. Resistance is voltage over current.
For goodness's sake, please vote Democrat this November!

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Message 17 of 76 (141326)
09-09-2004 11:04 PM
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09-09-2004 10:26 AM


schrafinator writes:
For example, the reports that recent polls that showed the Bush got an 11 point lead over Kerry...
I almost had a heart attack when I saw that report a few days ago.

The Laminator
We are the bog. Resistance is voltage over current.
For goodness's sake, please vote Democrat this November!

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