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step 1 So I have the number 0, 0, 0, and then 1 through 36. So how many total possible outcomes are the

Roulette A roulette wheel has the numbers 1 through 36...

$$ \text { Roulette A roulette wheel has the numbers } 1 \text { through } 36 $$ $$ 0, \text { and } 00 . \text { Half of the numbers from } 1 \text { through } 36 \text { are red, } $$ and a bet on red pays even money (that is, if you bet $\$ 1$ and win, you will get back your $\$ 1$ plus another $\$ 1$ ). How much do you expect to win with a $\$ 1$ bet on red? [HINT: See Example $4 .]$

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\text { Roulette A roulette wheel has the numbers } 1 \text { through } 36
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0, \text { and } 00 . \text { Half of the numbers from } 1 \text { through } 36 \text { are red, }
$$ and a bet on red pays even money (that is, if you bet $\$ 1$ and win, you will get back your $\$ 1$ plus another $\$ 1$ ). How much do you expect to win with a $\$ 1$ bet on red? [HINT: See Example $4 .]$

Key Concepts

Expected Value

Expected value is a fundamental concept in probability and statistics that represents the long-term average outcome of a random experiment. It is calculated by multiplying each possible outcome by its probability and then summing these products. In gambling, understanding expected value helps players evaluate the fairness or favorability of a bet over numerous trials.

Probability Calculation

Probability calculation involves determining the likelihood of an event occurring by dividing the number of favorable outcomes by the total number of possible outcomes. In contexts like roulette, this step is essential for figuring out the chance of winning or losing when placing a bet on a particular color or number.

Roulette Wheel Structure

Roulette wheel structure pertains to the layout and composition of the wheel, including the distribution of numbers and colors. In many casino roulette variants, the wheel includes numbered slots along with special slots like 0 and 00. This structure directly influences the probabilities for various betting options available in the game.

House Edge

House edge refers to the statistical advantage that the casino has over the player. It is derived from the negative expected value of a bet, meaning that, on average, a player will lose a small fraction of each bet in the long run. Understanding the house edge is crucial for recognizing why betting strategies may yield losses over time despite occasional wins.

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