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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. What is another name for those not proficient in math?
(a) Uneducated.
(b) Illiterates.
(c) Innumerates.
(d) Morons.

2. What item in the structure is referenced?
(a) Windows.
(b) Bricks.
(c) Nails.
(d) Doors.

3. Why do people notice the coincidences?
(a) Someone points them out.
(b) Look for patterns.
(c) Focus on bad things.
(d) Focus on wins.

4. Paulos often has people ask him about what?
(a) Buddhism.
(b) Astrology.
(c) His family.
(d) Education.

5. People seem to have the most trouble when dealing with what area of numbers?
(a) Tens.
(b) Thousands.
(c) Hundreds.
(d) Millions.

Short Answer Questions

1. What restaurant is referenced?

2. Which of the following is not in the list of things over which people become obsessed?

3. What news professional makes common errors in predictions?

4. What makes Paulos crazy about major math mistakes.

5. Where is the stadium located?

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