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Building probability models in a differential equations course
An application is considered of elementary differential equations rarely, if ever, used in first courses on the subject. The application is to the derivation of the exponential and Poisson probability distributions. The relationship of continuous and discrete probability models is discussed, and how Poisson model is seen to provide an excellent example of how modelling can move between the two. The development is placed in the context of current trends in modelling in mathematics education.
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Publication title
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and TechnologyVolume
22Issue
4Pagination
507-517ISSN
0020-739XDepartment/School
Faculty of EducationPublisher
Taylor & FrancisPlace of publication
United KingdomRights statement
Copyright 1991 Taylor & Francis Ltd.Repository Status
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