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Use the power of mathematics to find the number of red chips in a bag — it's a little like magic! The activity asks learners to collect data to determine the percentage of red chips in a bag. They calculate the margin of error and compare it to the sample size.
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- Use a waffle organizer to record new vocabulary with examples
Classroom Considerations
- Lesson requires an understanding of population proportion
- Prepare bags in advance with red chips and chips of another color
- The 16th installment in a series of 30 lessons
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- Provides suggestions to modify for English learners
- Includes detailed teacher notes throughout the lesson
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