In a hall of 50 people, what is the probability that at least 2 people have the same birthday? Assume that all birthdays are equally likely and there are 365 days in the year. Present your solution as clear as possible in not more than half page.

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In a hall of 50 people, what is the probability that at least 2 people have the same birthday?
Assume that all birthdays are equally likely and there are 365 days in the year. Present your
solution as clear as possible in not more than half page.
(Hint: Use computer programming or Excel to solve the computation. Include the
algorithm/Excel page and the computed output as proof of computation in an attachment)
Transcribed Image Text:In a hall of 50 people, what is the probability that at least 2 people have the same birthday? Assume that all birthdays are equally likely and there are 365 days in the year. Present your solution as clear as possible in not more than half page. (Hint: Use computer programming or Excel to solve the computation. Include the algorithm/Excel page and the computed output as proof of computation in an attachment)
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