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Using Tree Diagrams to Represent a Sample Space and to Calculate Probabilities
Cultivate the tree of knowledge using diagrams with two stages. Pupils create small tree diagrams to determine the sample space in compound probability problems. The lesson uses only two decision points to introduce tree diagrams.
Curated OER
Data Analysis, Probability, and Discrete Math
Choose to supplement your probability unit with this resource and you won't be disappointed with the outcome. Teach young mathematicians to organize information using tree diagrams and lists in order to determine the possible outcomes of...
National Security Agency
It's Probably Probable
Learners make predictions and draw conclusions from given information as they learn the meaning of probability in this vocabulary-rich, integrated activity that presents a variety of teaching strategies to motivate and reach all learning...
Curated OER
Introduction to the Concept of Probability
Middle and high schoolers have a clarified definition of probability, they explore about outcomes in probability and how to calculate experimental probability. They use computers to learn about probability.
Scholastic
Study Jams! Combinations
With so many combinations, this colorful video allows your learners to mathematically figure out how many options they have when purchasing t-shirts. One instructional activity teaches how to find out the combinations, and the second...
Curated OER
The Counting Principle, Sample Spaces, and Probability
In this statistics and probability learning exercise, students solve problems in which they use the counting principle and/or tree diagrams to determine the number of outcomes of an event or the probability of event occurring. The three...
Curated OER
Probability and Statistics Pre-Test
In this statistics and probability interactive worksheet, students answer ten multiple choice questions by applying the principles of probability.
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Figure This! Math Challenges for Families
Young mathematicians complete a family math challenge packet. They will complete a packet of mixed math activities. They work with graphs, comparing numerical data, tessellations, and probability.
Shodor Education Foundation
From Probability to Combinatorics and Number Theory
What middle schooler does not enjoy an occasional online game? In this instructional activity play, you will find embedded links to an online probability game, and informative pages about how division is used in probability, the concept...
Curated OER
Tree Diagrams
In this tree diagram worksheet, students read story problems. From the given information, they draw tree diagrams to determine the total possible number of outcomes. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
Curated OER
Tree Diagrams
For this tree diagrams worksheet, students solve and complete 10 different problems that include creating tree diagrams. First, they toss a coin and roll a die simultaneously to determine the outcomes with a tree diagram. Then, students...
Curated OER
Probability and Statistics: Post Test
In this probability and statistics instructional activity, students complete a set of 10 multiple choice questions, clicking on an answer link to view correct answers.
Curated OER
Fire!, Probability, and Chaos
Students explore the concept of probability. In this probability lesson, students simulate a controlled forest burn using an applet. Students vary the probability of trees burning and predict what will happen.
Computer Science Unplugged
Twenty Guesses—Information Theory
How do we determine how much information to include and what can be left out? By playing a game of 20 questions, the class generates the best strategies for finding a number. They then move on to guessing the next letter in a short...
Curated OER
Probability: Playing with Fire
Young scholars use probability to determine how likely it is for each tree in a small forest to catch on fire.
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Grade Data Analysis and Probability
Eighth graders display the outcome of given events by creating and reading tree diagram. They explain the relationship between addition and multiplication.
Concord Consortium
Stocking the Shelves
How many ways can you stock a shelf? It's probably more than you think! Young scholars use data in a frequency table to determine how many ways to stock a shelf given a specific constraint for types of groups. They then repeat the task...
Virginia Department of Education
The Real Meal Deal
Burgers and salads and sodas, oh my! Scholars use a menu to investigate the Fundamental Counting Principle. They create tree diagrams to illustrate the number of possible choices for each given scenario.
Curated OER
Let's Take a Chance!
Students investigate probability and the chance of an even happening. In this algebra lesson, students incorporate their knowledge of probability to solve problems and relate it to the real world. They learn to make decisions based on data.
Curated OER
World Chocolate Day
In this World Chocolate Day worksheet, students complete activities such as phrase matching, reading, fill in the blanks, multiple choice, spelling, sequencing, questioning, and more. Students complete 12 activities having to do with...
Curated OER
Cyber Chow Combos
Students, after watching the CYBERCHASE episode, "A Day at the Spa,"represent and count combinations of choices using tree diagrams.
Curated OER
Reading Comprehension 8
What is a gall, and where is one typically located? Learn about this interesting insect home while reading this short passage. If you're looking to give your kids some test prep, this is a great resource for you! After reading the short...
Great Schools
Letter of Complaint
If you've ever received bad service or disagreed with a company's decision, writing a letter of complaint might be a good skill to have. Review the format of a letter, author's purpose, and other aspects of persuasive writing with an...
Science Matters
Ecosystem Pre-Assessment
Test scholars' knowledge of ecosystems with a 20-question pre-assessment. Assessment challenges learners to answer multiple choice questions, read diagrams, and complete charts.