Abraham de Moivre

Mathematician and probability theorist

Abraham de Moivre - Mathematician and probability theorist
Born

May 26th, 1667
357 years ago

Died

November 27th, 1754
270 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1667, this mathematician contributed significantly to the fields of probability and statistics. Worked extensively on the theory of probability, particularly in the context of card games and gambling. Developed the concept of the normal distribution and formulated de Moivre's theorem, which connects complex numbers and trigonometry. Also authored 'The Doctrine of Chances', which was one of the first complete texts on the mathematical theory of probability, impacting both mathematics and its applications in various fields.

Developed de Moivre's theorem

Authored 'The Doctrine of Chances'

Advanced the theory of probability

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