The problem involves determining the most probable number of tries needed to obtain 10 pairs of socks from a box containing 30 pairs. The context includes considerations of probability distributions and sample spaces related to sock pairs.
The discussion is ongoing, with various interpretations and approaches being explored. Some participants have provided insights into the sample space and probability calculations, while others express uncertainty about the validity of certain methods. No explicit consensus has been reached regarding the most probable number of tries.
There are constraints regarding the assumptions about sock pairs, such as whether left and right socks are treated differently. Additionally, some participants mention the complexity of calculating probabilities and distributions for different scenarios.
Thanks to you too! Physics, my physic's teacher is a very good teacher.rcgldr said:It was a learning experience for me as well. What class was this that you got this problem from?