6 The Basic Rules ofProbability This chapter summarizes the rules you have been using for adding andmultiplying probabilities, and for using conditional probability. It also gives apictorial way to understand the rules.
To hard-cook duck eggs, place them in a pot, cover them with cold water, and bring to a boil over high heat.As soon as the water boils, remove the pot from the heat and let stand 12 minutes for large eggs.(Medium eggs should sit a minute less, jumbos a minute more.) Drain the eggs and shake the pan vigorously to crack the shells; this lets them cool faster and prevents overcooking.o hard-cook duck eggs, place them in a pot, cover them with cold water, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Lower your eggs straight from the fridge into already-boiling water, or place them in a steamer insert in a covered pot steaming at full blast on the stovetop. If boiling, lower the heat to the barest simmer. Cook the eggs for 11 minutes for hard or 6 minutes for soft.