Probability prevails in this assignment as youngsters determine the probability of finding a blue pen in a cereal box when they can come in blue, green, yellow, or red. Learners set up a simulation to determine the outcome of compound...

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...

In this statistics workshop students find the value of linear correlation coefficients in three situations. Students find equations of the regression lines for 4 problems.

In this continuous probability distribution worksheet, students identify discrete and continuous distributions. They calculate the linear combination of the independent normal random variable and determine probabilities using exponential...

In this statistics and probability worksheet, students solve problems that involve various sampling methods and procedures.  A calculator that generates random digits is required.  The five page worksheet contains eight...

Students design models to simulate actual events using various random devices. They estimate the likelihood of a particular outcome using results of simulation. In addition, they simulate the births of three children to a using a coin.

In this probability and statistics worksheet, students use conditional probability to solve for probabilities in a finite sample spaces.  The two page worksheet contains six problems.  Answers are provided. 

Learners use the game "Order It Up" an activity about the solar system statistics. The teacher is in the front of a classroom with an Internet-capable computer and a computer projector projecting the game onto the screen. Students have...

In this probability and statistics worksheet, students determine when a collected data or a graph of the data could be biased.  The one page worksheet contains four multiple choice questions.  Answers are included.   

In this probability and statistics worksheet, students determine the probability of a series of dependent events occurring.  The one page worksheet contains a combination of six multiple choice and free response questions. ...

In the probability and statistics worksheet, students determine the probability of two or more events occurring.  The one page worksheet contains a combination of six multiple choice and free response questions. ...

Students perform an experiment in which they will use a statistical method called `sampling' to count to a billion (and beyond). Students practice sampling by estimating the number of characters on a page from the classified section of a...

Young scholars demonstrate good random sampling techniques for data collection, select and develop graphic presentations of data and analyze the data to solve a problem presented.

In this statistics and probability activity, students determine the probability of a series of events occurring.  The one page activity contains a combination of seven multiple choice and free response questions.  Answers are...

In this Statistics and Probability worksheet, students solve problems involving simple probability.  The one page worksheet contains five multiple choice questions.  Answers are provided.

In this statistics and probability worksheet, students determine the probability of an event not occurring.  The one page worksheet contains four problems.   Answers are provided.

In this probability and statistics learning exercise, students determine the probability of a series of independent event occurring.  The one page learning exercise contains a combination of four multiple choice and free response...

In this statistics and probability worksheet, students determine the probability of a series of dependent and independent events occurring.  The one page worksheet contains a combination of ten multiple choice and free response...

In this statistics and probability worksheet, 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...

Students explore the concept of probability. In this probability lesson, students use random number generators to determine probabilities of events. Students discuss if certain probable events are fair. Students determine fair ways to...

To understand how biased data is misleading, learners analyze survey data and graphical representations. They use that information to design their own plans to collect information on consumer thoughts about Chocolicious cereal. 

How do you summarize data that cannot be averaged? Using an exploratory method, learners complete a two-way frequency table on super powers. The subject matter builds upon 8th grade knowledge of two-way tables. 

Should people take vitamins or get the needed minerals through diet? Experts disagree based on many different factors. Scholars compare study findings and discuss the differences. They learn the importance of comparing results across...

How long do we have to wait? Given several days of times between eruptions of Old Faithful, learners create a graphical representation for two days. Groups combine their data to determine an appropriate wait time between eruptions.