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Simple Probability

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners explore simple probability. Each student spins a spinner and records the result as they enter the room. The recorded results are used to calculate experimental probabilities. After the teacher explains how to calculate...
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Simple Probability

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
The probability of learning from this instructional activity is high! Learners calculate probabilities as numbers and as decimals. They see how to use a complement to find a probability and even try a simple geometric probability problem.
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Take a Chance on Probability

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Connect ratios, probability, and combination outcomes with a challenging activity idea. It guides your learners through probability of an event as fractions or ratios, on a number line, and with correct vocabulary. The class will be...
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Probability and Relative Frequency

For Teachers 7th - 12th Standards
It's all relatively simple once you get the gist. Young mathematicians learn about sample spaces and simple probability by conducting an activity with dice. To complete the second of six parts in the Statistics and Probability unit, they...
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Multiplication Rule: Complements and Conditional Probability

For Teachers 10th - 11th
In this probability worksheet, students read story problems and set up complement and conditional probability problems according to the multiplication rule. Three story problems are included on this worksheet.
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Area of Circles and Probability

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Young scholars investigate the area of squares and circles. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the area and probability of simple events. They work on a laptop using Safari.
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Conditional Probability and Probability of Simultaneous Events

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Your statisticians examine the characteristics of conditional probability and the probability of simultaneous independent events. They perform computer activities to find probabilities for simple compound events. They examine the...
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Simple Machines IV - Wheels and Axles

For Teachers 4th
Youngsters are introduced to the basic principles and uses of the wheel and the axle. They come up with every day examples of simple machines and look into why the wheel and the axle are best-used as a paired machine instead of used...
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Concept: Dependent Events

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Middle and high schoolers determine the probability of dependent events. Students compute both compound and simple probability. This four-page worksheet contains six multi-step problems.
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Organizing Topic: Probability

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
The probability is high learning will occur! A well-designed unit introduces learners to the concepts of independent, dependent, and mutually exclusive events. Using Venn diagrams, the lessons ask learners to analyze many different...
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Evaluating Statements about Probability

For Teachers 7th Standards
Learners first complete an assessment task where they assess statements on probability. They then sort cards containing probability statements as being either true or false.
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Binomial Probabilities: Understanding Math

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Although this binomial probabilities worksheet is based on a computer math program (Neufeld Learning Systems: Understanding Math), it can easily be used without the program. If you don't have the program, skip the first question....
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Experimental Probability

For Teachers 6th
While just a simple lesson, this activity on experimental probability could provide a way to connect this concept to real life. Learners begin by participating in a probability activity using a coin, and then move on to create their own...
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Introduction to the Concept of Probability

For Teachers 6th - 9th
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.
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Probability and Applications of Simulations

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Middle schoolers apply properties of probability to the real world. In this probability lesson plan, learners simulate the construction of empirical distribution. They collect and analyze data using central tendencies.
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Finding Probability

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Young scholars demonstrate how to find the probability of events. In this probability lesson, students use colored tiles in a paper bag and randomly select one at a time to record the probability.
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The Difference Between Theoretical Probabilities and Estimated Probabilities

For Teachers 7th Standards
Flip a coin to determine whether the probability of heads is one-half. Pupils use simulated data to find the experimental probability of flipping a coin. Participants compare the long run relative frequency with the known theoretical...
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The Random Walk

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Deep mathematical thinking is found with just a coin and a number line. Combining computing some probabilities in a discrete situation, and the interpretation of a function, this simple task gives learners a lot to think about on their...
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Probability Using M&M's

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students estimate and then count the number of each color of M&M's in their bag. In this mathematics lesson, students find the experimental probability of selecting each color from the bag. Students create pictographs and bar graphs...
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How Probable is It?

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students explore probability. In this probability lesson plan, students look at videos and websites where they discover probability facts that can be used in situations. They determine the probability of different events. 
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Simple Circuits

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders investigate simple circuits and identify when a circuit is considered opened or closed. In small groups, they experiment with wires, batteries, and light bulbs to identify how to light the bulb. Students also experiment...
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Chances Are

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Upper graders examine the concept of probability. They collect data and create a bar graph. They must interpret the data as well. Everyone engages in hands-on games and activities which lead them to predict possible outcomes for a...
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Probability and Geometry

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students examine the relationship between probability and geometry to solve problems. In this geometry and probability lesson, students investigate the effect of changing percentages on a spinner to the probability of landing on a...
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Probabilities for Number Cubes

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars explore the concept of probability.  In this probability instructional activity, students roll a six-sided number cube and record the frequency of each outcome.  Young scholars graph their data using a frequency chart and...

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