A matemática por trás dos jogos de azar

Abstract

This study was conceived based on the aspiration, originating at the end of high school, to present a scientific article that established a relationship between electronic games about casinos, experienced during childhood, and explored the theme that intertwines gambling and Mathematics, converging two areas of personal interest. The research sought to understand the historical context through the analysis of articles on websites and periodicals that address different types of betting, both those widely disseminated through wide-reaching media and those practiced clandestinely in Brazil. The analysis of the rules of each highlighted game was accompanied by an in-depth study, aiming to identify the most relevant mathematical concepts in each modality. In this context, probabilities, prize values, real chances of profit and other related topics were investigated. Research has demonstrated that Mathematics can be a valuable tool for gambling gamblers, providing insights for more informed strategies. Furthermore, it was revealed that the mathematical analysis of these practices also highlights the profits obtained by the bookmakers, encouraging bettors to aim for more inaccessible gains