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Risk – Where maths meets… the world of work!

This resource is part of our Where maths meets the world of work series, which showcases the maths used in different careers. Each video is also linked to one or more activities, so your students can get a real taste of what the career may entail.

In this video, Discover how chess and football, along with A level Mathematics, helped Mudi to become a successful actuary.

The video and accompanying resources have been designed so that they can be completed in one hour, but there are plenty of opportunities to extend them further or use as part of home learning.

Activities

Curriculum focus: Key Stage 4 to Level 3 Core Maths

Topic: Risk and reward

Content:

  • Percentages
  • Probability
  • Expectation
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    An interview with an Actuary about how maths helps them in their career

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    Product Insurance

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