Questions and Answers
If Anna and Bruno bet and only one horse wins in each of the four weeks, what is the maximum total winning amount they can write on the check?
What total amount can Anna and Bruno never reach if they receive 25 euros from Nettuno winning in multiple weeks combined with other outcomes?
What combination of horse victories will ensure that Anna and Bruno do not receive any winnings at all?
Which winning combination results in exactly 250 euros for Anna and Bruno combined?
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What is the sum of total earnings for all possible outcomes after four weeks if only Nettuno wins each week?
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Study Notes
Betting Scenario
- Anna and Bruno place bets on three horses: Luna, Marte, and Nettuno.
- Winnings are distributed based on the winning horse:
- Luna: Anna wins 100 euros.
- Marte: Bruno wins 150 euros.
- Nettuno: Both Anna and Bruno win 25 euros each.
- If two horses tie, neither Anna nor Bruno wins anything.
Betting Duration and Donation
- Their betting activities occur over a span of four consecutive weeks.
- Winnings from these bets are collectively donated to the Wise Acres Home for Old Horses.
Winnings Calculation
- Possible earnings from different outcomes:
- Winning Luna for 4 weeks: 4 x 100 euros = 400 euros.
- Winning Marte for 4 weeks: 4 x 150 euros = 600 euros.
- Winning Nettuno for 4 weeks: 4 x (25 + 25 euros) = 200 euros.
- Combinations of outcomes can yield varying total amounts that Anna and Bruno could win over the 4 weeks.
Question on Check Amounts
- The problem asks which amount cannot be represented on the check despite different combinations of wins:
- Possible amounts based on combinations may include 375, 300, 350, 550, and 250 euros.
Logical Reasoning
- The key is understanding the combinations of wins and losses over the 4 weeks to analyze all possible sums generated from the betting results.
- Consider various win/loss scenarios to ascertain which specified amount cannot be derived from potential winnings.
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Description
Explore the betting outcomes at the horse track involving Anna and Bruno. Analyze the winnings from their bets on three horses across four weeks. Delve into the logic of probability and decision-making for donations based on their outcomes.
