Probability problem - birthdays

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The probability problem involves calculating the likelihood that at least two students in a class of 30 share the same birthday. The discussion highlights uncertainty about how to approach the solution. A suggestion to look up the topic on Google and Wikipedia is made, indicating that resources are available for understanding the concept. The problem is recognized as a classic example in probability theory. Understanding the solution can help clarify the principles of probability in real-world scenarios.
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Homework Statement


44. What is the probability that at least two people in your class (assume a class of 30 students) have the same birthday?

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I'm not sure, to be honest.

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I was helping out my roommate with his probability homework, and this question came up. I'm not sure how to answer it. How is this done?
 
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Borek said:
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=same+birthday+probability

:-p

Ahaha... I did not know there was a Wikipedia article on what seemed to me to be just an unusually difficult homework problem. Thanks!
 

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