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Handling Data: Probability, Tree Diagrams Lesson PlanHandling Data: Probability, Tree Diagrams Lesson Plan
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Handling Data: Probability, Tree Diagrams

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Clean, but captivating, two online simulations demonstrate probability for middle schoolers. They can choose the number of coins and tosses and watch as the results pile up. They can choose from a variety of spinner types and the number of spins, and again watch as the computer tallies the results. Use these simulations as a way to generate frequencies when addressing CCSS.Math.Content.7.SP.8.c.

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Grade
6th - 8th
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Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
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Common Core

7.SP.C.8.a 7.SP.C.8.b 7.SP.C.8.c MP4 MP8

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