The Birthday Paradox

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Published on 24/11/2024 by

Brain teasers, problem solving is a fun way to learn language. Students try to understand the problem and find a solution. In this one, a simple question is asked –“How many people in a group must there be before there is a bigger than 50% chance, 2 people have the same birthday?” Stop at 2:30 and get students to predict their answers. Then show the answer and discuss. After, can do an activity, students mingle and see if they can find someone born the same month or day!

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