You roll a die. If it comes up a six, you win $90. If not, you get to roll again. If you get a six the second time, you get $40. If not you lose. A) create a probability model for the amount you win at this game B) find the expected value of your winnings C) In order to break even, what is the most you should play this game?

You roll a die. If it comes up a six, you win $90. If not, you get to roll again. If you get a six the second time, you get $40. If not you lose. A) create a probability model for the amount you win at this game B) find the expected value of your winnings C) In order to break even, what is the most you should play this game?

MATLAB: An Introduction with Applications

6th Edition

ISBN:9781119256830

Author:Amos Gilat

Publisher:Amos Gilat

Chapter1: Starting With Matlab

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1P

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