動物保護區慶祝心愛的鴨子非凡的 17 歲生日

動物保護區最近慶祝了一個重要的里程碑——其心愛的居民鴨子的 17 歲生日。在這個歡樂的時刻，我們舉辦了一場特別活動來紀念這些為遊客和工作人員帶來無數微笑的可愛動物。

Animal Sanctuary Celebrates Beloved Duck's Extraordinary 17th Birthday

動物保護區慶祝心愛的鴨子非凡的 17 歲生日

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April 2, 2024

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In a heartwarming celebration of the resilience and longevity of avian companions, the Willow Creek Animal Sanctuary recently hosted a special birthday bash for their esteemed resident, a remarkable duck named Quackers.

為了慶祝鳥類夥伴的堅韌和長壽，柳溪動物保護區最近為他們尊敬的居民——一隻名叫奎克斯的鴨子——舉辦了一場特別的生日慶祝活動。

This exceptional waterfowl has defied all expectations by reaching the venerable age of 17, an extraordinary milestone for a species with an average lifespan of only 10-12 years. Quackers' remarkable longevity is a testament to the sanctuary's unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care for its animals.

這種特殊的水禽出人意料地活到了 17 歲，這對於平均壽命只有 10-12 年的物種來說是一個非凡的里程碑。嘎嘎鳥非凡的長壽證明了保護區堅定不移地致力於為其動物提供特殊照顧。

The celebration was a joyous occasion, filled with quacking melodies and the sweet aroma of freshly baked treats. Caregivers and visitors alike gathered to pay tribute to the beloved birthday duck, showering her with well-wishes, cuddles, and an abundance of her favorite delicacies.

慶祝活動是一個歡樂的時刻，充滿了嘎嘎的旋律和新鮮出爐的甜點的香氣。護理人員和遊客齊聚一堂，向這只心愛的生日鴨致敬，向她致以良好的祝愿、擁抱和大量她最喜歡的美味佳餚。

"Quackers embodies the spirit of resilience and determination," said Emily Carter, Senior Caregiver at the sanctuary. "Her presence brings joy to everyone who knows her, and her longevity is a reminder of the importance of proper animal care."

「嘎嘎們體現了堅韌和決心的精神，」庇護所的高級護理人員艾米麗卡特 (Emily Carter) 說。 “她的存在給每個認識她的人帶來了歡樂，她的長壽提醒人們適當照顧動物的重要性。”

Alongside the celebrations, the sanctuary also took the opportunity to highlight the fascinating results of a recent scientific study, which has shed new light on the age-old question of coin tosses.

除了慶祝活動之外，保護區還藉此機會強調了最近一項科學研究的令人著迷的結果，該研究為古老的拋硬幣問題提供了新的線索。

Coin Tosses Not as Random as Once Believed

拋硬幣並不像以前想像的那麼隨機

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have discovered that coin tosses are not as fair as previously thought. Their study, published in the journal "Nature," found that the initial orientation of a coin can significantly influence the outcome of the toss.

麻省理工學院 (MIT) 的研究人員發現，拋硬幣並不像以前想像的那麼公平。他們的研究發表在《自然》雜誌上，發現硬幣的初始方向可以顯著影響拋擲的結果。

"This finding challenges the long-held assumption that coin tosses are truly random," said Dr. John Smith, lead researcher on the study. "Our research suggests that certain factors, such as the coin's spin and the amount of force applied, can bias the outcome."

該研究的首席研究員約翰史密斯博士說：“這一發現挑戰了長期以來的假設，即拋硬幣確實是隨機的。” “我們的研究表明，某些因素，例如硬幣的旋轉和施加的力的大小，可能會導致結果產生偏差。”

The research team conducted a series of experiments using high-speed cameras and advanced statistical analysis. They found that coins that were initially oriented with their "heads" side facing up were more likely to land on heads than on tails, even when flipped by expert coin flippers.

研究小組使用高速攝影機和先進的統計分析進行了一系列實驗。他們發現，最初「正面」朝上的硬幣更有可能正面朝上而不是反面朝上，即使是由專業的投幣者翻轉時也是如此。

"This research has important implications for fields such as gambling and cryptography," added Dr. Smith. "It suggests that coin tosses may not be the unbiased randomizing device we once believed them to be."

「這項研究對賭博和密碼學等領域具有重要意義，」史密斯博士補充道。 “這表明拋硬幣可能不是我們曾經認為的公正的隨機裝置。”

However, the researchers emphasized that the bias observed in the study was relatively small and that coin tosses can still be considered a reasonably fair method of random selection in many applications.

然而，研究人員強調，研究中觀察到的偏差相對較小，在許多應用中，拋硬幣仍然可以被認為是相當公平的隨機選擇方法。

Conclusion

結論

The Willow Creek Animal Sanctuary's celebration of Quackers' 17th birthday serves as a heartwarming reminder of the enduring bond between humans and animals. The sanctuary's dedication to animal welfare inspires hope and compassion, while the scientific research on coin tosses challenges conventional wisdom and encourages ongoing exploration of the mysteries of our world.

柳溪動物保護區為奎克舉辦的 17 歲生日慶祝活動溫馨提醒人們，人類與動物之間有著持久的連結。該保護區對動物福利的奉獻激發了希望和同情心，而拋硬幣的科學研究挑戰了傳統智慧，並鼓勵人們不斷探索世界的奧秘。