Lesson Plan

Describing a Distribution Displayed in a Histogram

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The shape of the histogram is also relative. Learners calculate relative frequencies from frequency tables and create relative frequency histograms. The scholars compare the histograms made from frequencies to those made from relative frequencies. 

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Lead a discussion on the error that rounding creates
  • Brainstorm pros and cons of relative frequency histograms
Classroom Considerations
  • Class members should know how to convert between decimals, fractions, and percents
  • The resource is the 5th in a series of 22
Pros
  • Contains tables to help with organization
  • Includes an exit ticket to check for understanding
Cons
  • None
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