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Bad Jeopardy Logic: Wagering Mistakes by Smart People (Ages 13-17)

This class analyzes the betting decisions and reasoning of Jeopardy contestants. We critique unwise Daily Double and Final Jeopardy wagers, and then apply what we've learned about risk and reward to real life situations.
David Schwarz, MBDS, Critical Thinking
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4.9
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1 live meeting
1 in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 11
This class begins with an overview of how the game show "Jeopardy!" functions. (Previous knowledge of how the game works is not necessary to take this class.) Emphasis is placed on the importance of Daily Double and Final Jeopardy wagering. The class will consider how the game can change dramatically at these critical moments. By analyzing several head-scratching examples of common mistakes that players make, learners will gain an understanding of how to evaluate risk/reward properly. 

The goal of this class is NOT to turn learners into good Jeopardy players. The goal is for learners to gain experience thinking flexibly and to base decisions on what a particular situation demands. The class concludes with examples of risk/reward in real life, outside of a game show setting. This is a great class for learners interested in making the best choices possible!

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I've been watching Jeopardy five days a week for the last few years. Over that time, I've created a list of common Jeopardy wagering blunders. My content is informed by this.
Joined November, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I was an equity trader at Trillium Trading, LLC for 17 years. I was the Trader of the Year (trader with the highest annual PnL) eight times in a firm of over 100 traders. I am currently a successful options trader. I understand risk/reward deeply. I have spent well over 30,000 hours weighing risk/reward when making financial transactions, and can transfer my understanding to other circumstances. 

I also have a Master's degree in Behavioral and Decision Sciences from the University of Pennsylvania, which provided me with additional knowledge on the topic of judgment and decision-making.

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Meets once
60 min

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Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
1-6 learners per class

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