Set theory is certainly not a core topic in business
statistics. Nevertheless, a basic understanding of Euler and/or Venn diagrams,
intersections, unions, disjoint sets, etc… is necessary to help students understand
the basics of probability.
To break the ice and get students interested in this abstract
topic that is often seen as less relevant, I always use Stephen Colbert’s
treatment of Sean Hannity’s claim that “the U.S. is the greatest, best country
that God has ever given men on the surface of the earth”.
The entire video is here:
http://www.colbertnation.com/the-colbert-report-videos/174546/june-19-2008/sean-hannity-loves-america
http://www.colbertnation.com/the-colbert-report-videos/174546/june-19-2008/sean-hannity-loves-america
