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| - | ==== Math 471 Advanced Probability. Spring 2026.==== | + | ==== Math 571 Advanced Probability. Spring 2026.==== |
| Binghamton University | Binghamton University | ||
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| === Homework Policies === | === Homework Policies === | ||
| - | The homework will not be graded with the exception of some marked problems. The solution for these problems must be typed in LaTeX, typeset to pdf and submitted by the due date. The late or hand-written or non-LaTeX solutions will not be accepted. All homework problems can be on exams. | + | Weekly sets. I fully grade two or three problems (announced after submission); the other count for completion. Solutions must be concise (≤1 page/problem) and list the named results used (e.g., “DCT + UI”). |
| + | Starting HW2, the solution for these problems must be typed in LaTeX, typeset to pdf and submitted by the due date. 3 late-day tokens total for the term; beyond that late work is not accepted. | ||
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| + | Rubric for a HW problem: | ||
| + | 4 = correct & clear; 3 = essentially correct (minor gap); 2 = right idea with major gap; 1 = meaningful progress; 0 = off-track. +0.5 exposition bonus possible (capped at 4). | ||
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| + | I may invite you to brief board checks on your own solutions; these verify understanding and may adjust the HW score slightly. | ||
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| + | You may discuss ideas, but write your own solutions. | ||
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| === Exam === | === Exam === | ||
| - | There will be a in-class open book midterm and a final take-home exam with a brief meeting with instructor. Final is cumulative. | + | There will be one in-class midterm (open-book/no-web) and a final take-home exam with a brief (~10-12 minutes) oral follow-up. I will choose one of your solutions and ask a few “why does this step hold? / where does the hypothesis bite?” questions. Final is cumulative. |
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| === Grading === | === Grading === | ||
| - | * Homework (25%) | + | * Homework (45%) |
| - | * Midterm exam (25%) | + | * Midterm exam (15%) |
| - | * Project (25%) | + | * Final write-up (30%) |
| - | * Final exam (25%) | + | * Final follow-up (10%) |
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