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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 - Probability and Coincidence.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which/whose formula is discussed?
(a) Theory of Relativity.
(b) Pythagorean Theorem.
(c) Newton.
(d) Poisson.

2. People often compare which event?
(a) Shoe size.
(b) Age.
(c) Anniversaries.
(d) Birthdays.

3. What restaurant is referenced?
(a) McDonalds.
(b) Savoy.
(c) Four Seasons.
(d) Taco Bell.

4. What common structure is used in the comparison?
(a) Garage.
(b) Mall.
(c) Church.
(d) House.

5. What would make math easier for people?
(a) Making it personal.
(b) Destroying all calculators.
(c) Giving everyone a calculator.
(d) Spelling it out.

Short Answer Questions

1. Paulos believes that most people fall where in their mathematical understanding?

2. Which phrase is often used incorrectly?

3. Why do people notice the coincidences?

4. The mathematician is from what country?

5. What word does the author use to describe mathematical errors?

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