Moneyball

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What is the purpose of the formula used in Moneyball?

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Projecting wins.

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Why is on-base percentage important in baseball?

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A player needs to be on base to score runs.

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Complete the phrase: The longest continuous winning ____________.

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streak.

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What major problem does Billy Beane face with the A's?

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Building the best team with a limited budget.

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True or False: Billy Beane's job is to find replacements for players the team already has.

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True.

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What does 'on-base percentage' measure?

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The frequency a player reaches base.

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Define 'sabermetrics'.

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The empirical analysis of baseball, especially through statistics.

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What is the significance of 'moneyball' strategy?

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It focuses on using data and analytics to build a competitive team on a budget.

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What is a 'win' in baseball?

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When a team scores more runs than the opposing team.

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Explain the term 'small market team'.

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A team with a lower revenue and budget compared to larger teams.

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