A not so gentle introduction to expected value
The Limited Pie (whose banner with Chairman Greenspan in drag just creeps the heck out of me) introduces the notion of expected value to its readers.
I will, however take the certain payoff of $9K. Risk is something you can pay to reduce, and I’m happy to pay $500 in LP’s example.
The Pie is ecumenical, but really, technical analysis? Next thing you tell me is you think “intelligent design” has merit…
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