This book presents the basic concepts of probability in a simple, straightforward, easy-to-understand way. It does require, however, a knowledge of arithmetic (fractions, decimals, and percents) and a knowledge of basic algebra (formulas, exponents, order of operations, etc.). If you need a review of these concepts, you can consult another of my books in this series entitled Pre-Algebra Demystified. This book can be used to gain a knowledge of the basic concepts of probability theory, either as a self-study guide or as a supplementary textbook for those who are taking a course in probability or a course in statistics that has a section on probability. The basic concepts of probability are explained in the first two chapters. Then the addition and multiplication rules are explained. Following that, the concepts of odds and expectation are explained. The counting rules are explained in Chapter 6, and they are needed for the binomial and other probability distributions found in Chapters 7 and 8. The relationship between probability and the normal distribution is presented in Chapter 9. Finally, a recent development, the Monte Carlo method of simulation, is explained in Chapter 10. Chapter 11 explains how probability can be used in game theory and Chapter 12 explains how probability is used in actuarial science. Special material on Bayes’ Theorem is presented in the Appendix because this concept is somewhat more difficult than the other concepts presented in this book. In addition to addressing the concepts of probability, each chapter ends with what is called a ‘‘Probability Sidelight.’’ These sections cover some of the historical aspects of the development of probability theory or some commentary on how probability theory is used in gambling and everyday life. I have spent my entire career teaching mathematics at a level that most students can understand and appreciate. I have written this book with the same objective in mind. Mathematical precision, in some cases, has been sacrificed in the interest of presenting probability theory in a simplified way. Good luck! All