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[FAIL] Guy sells raffle ticket for $200 that wins a Shelby GT500 moments later

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by Dr of Dunk, Aug 22, 2010.

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  1. macalu

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    i think it has something to do with expected value.
     
    #21 macalu, Aug 23, 2010
  2. Billy Bob

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    I think he took the cost of the prize and divided by the chances of winning. That's the risk vs. reward value of the ticket. Don't quote me on it though.
     
    #22 Billy Bob, Aug 23, 2010
  3. tmoney1101

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    Sloppy mother humpers?
     
    #23 tmoney1101, Aug 23, 2010
  4. DonnyMost

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    Dallas kids ain't good at maths.
     
    #24 DonnyMost, Aug 23, 2010
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    I don't know about you, but I still am.
     
    #25 Mr. Clutch, Aug 23, 2010
  6. roflmcwaffles

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    That is correct, you can quote me on that.
     
    #26 roflmcwaffles, Aug 23, 2010
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