Does Minesweeper Follow Binomial Distribution? An Intriguing Investigation

I recently investigated whether the classic game of Minesweeper adheres to a binomial distribution. Interestingly, there seems to be a variety of opinions on this matter. To test this hypothesis, I adjusted the mine count in different games and meticulously calculated the probabilities of encountering mines in specific scenarios.

My findings suggest that Minesweeper does not, in fact, perfectly conform to a binomial distribution. This observation resonated with a similar example I encountered in my S2 textbook, further solidifying my conclusion.

This exploration highlights how even seemingly simple games can present intriguing statistical questions and challenge our understanding of probability distributions.