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Knowing math helps you win games. Learners apply conditional probability concepts in an engaging performance task. After playing a game in which players roll a 10-sided polyhedron and then try to place the digits to get the highest number possible, they calculate probabilities of winning.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Have the class perform a similar game to the one in the task
Classroom Considerations
- Scholars should have expertise in the place value system
- Familiarity with probability concepts is a must
Pros
- Requires pupils to explain answers, not just calculate probabilities
- Includes scoring guide with correct answers and sample explanations
Cons
- No instructional materials or lesson