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Taking Decisions, Not Risks

Subject(s): Mathematics | Careers | Age: 11-14 | 14-16 | Post 16 | Type: Information sheet | Publication Year: 2010 to date
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A Mathematics Matters case study which looks at how advances in statistics allow us to analyse risks and consequences and so make informed decisions. Risks are an unavoidable part of modern life, but mathematicians and statisticians have developed a variety of methods to help mitigate its effects. These techniques enable hospitals, banks and other organisations to make better decisions, based on evidence and facts. The resource can be used by teachers to guide their students or shared directly with students to inform them about careers using mathematics.

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Institute of Mathematics and its Applications

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