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chance, in mathematics: see probability probability, in mathematics, assignment of a number as a measure of the "chance" that a given event will occur. There are certain important restrictions on such a probability measure.
..... Click the link for more information. . likelihoodor chanceIn mathematics, a subjective assessment of possibility that, when assigned a numerical value on a scale between impossibility (0) and absolute certainty (1), becomes a probability (see probability theory). Thus, the numerical assignment of a probability depends on the notion of likelihood. If, for example, an experiment (e.g., a die toss) can result in six equally likely possible outcomes, the probability of each is ¹⁄₆. Chance See also Fate. Charity (See GENEROSITY.) Bridoison, Taiel de judge who casts dice to decide cases. [Fr. Lit.: Pantagruel] lake-dwelling sorceress and personification of chance. [Ital. Lit.: Orlando Innamorato] goddess of chance. [Rom. Myth.: Kravitz, 58] renowned American oddsmaker. [Am. Culture: Wallechinsky, 468] suicidal gamble involving a six-shooter, loaded with one bullet. [Folklore: Payton, 590] god of chance. [Rom. Myth.: Espy, 42–43] always make discoveries by accident. [Br. Lit.: Three Princes of Serendip] oracular gems used for casting lots, set in Aaron’s breastplate. [O.T.: Exodus 28:30; Leviticus 8:8] Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | Somebody asked me this question and I responded with - excellent question, I''d have to say we gain confidence by taking the chance The outcome may be what we desired or it may be different but the fact that we took chance gives us confidence Somebody asked me this question and I responded with - excellent question, I''d have to say we gain confidence by taking the chance. Newcastle took chances well and we looked more positive and confident. Employees could face a work environment in which incorrect behaviors and attitudes are positively reinforced--Have you ever known someone who has been in a hurry to get to an event so they drove much faster than the speed limit, went through red lights or took chances that normally wouldn't have been taken? |
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