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En este brillante ensayo, al alcance de cualquier lector, el matemático norteamericano John Allen Paulos nos revela cómo nuestra incapacidad para aprehender la ley de los grandes números, y todas las probabilidades que conllevan, desinforman políticas de gobierno, confunden decisiones personales y aumentan nuestra vulnerabilidad ante todo tipo de seudociencias.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Demystifies probability to improve decision-making and understanding.
Who is this book for?
Beyond Numeracy is a compelling read that makes complex mathematical ideas accessible and relevant. John Allen Paulos uses clear explanations to help us see how misunderstandings about probability influence everything from politics to personal choices. If you've ever felt confused by stats or skeptical of supposed scientific facts, this book is a eye-opener that's both engaging and enlightening.
