Stupid Questions for Scientists

Stupid Questions for Scientists


6: Can you use maths to win the lottery?

April 23, 2017

Can you use mathematics to win the lottery? Senior Lecturer in mathematical sciences Dr Robin Hankin joins actress and presenter Jaquie Brown to discuss maths and statistics with host Dr Michelle Dickinson. Covering everything from why traffic seems to move faster in other lanes to how to pick the best supermarket checkout line, the definition of randomness is not only defined in this show but also experienced through a fascinating assortment of topics.