An Essay on Probabilities: And on Their Application to Life Contingencies and Insurance Offices (1838)

An Essay On Probabilities: And On Their Application To Life Contingencies And Insurance Offices is a book written by Augustus DeMorgan in 1838. The book explores the concept of probability and its application in the field of life contingencies and insurance offices. DeMorgan discusses the principles of probability, including the laws of chance and the theory of errors. He also delves into the application of probability in determining the likelihood of events such as death and accidents, and how this knowledge can be used to calculate insurance premiums. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to both experts and laypeople. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field of probability and its practical applications.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.