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St. Petersburg Paradox - Brief Introduction

The classic St. Petersburg Paradox where the player receives $\(2^n\) if the coin lands heads on the \(n\)th toss. Mathematical explanation of the expected value is given. Two alternate versions of the game are given.
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Wolfram MathWorld
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Carolyn Cuff
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