Lesson Plan

Using Permutations and Combinations to Compute Probabilities

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Now that we know about permutations and combinations, we can finally solve probability problems. The fourth installment of a 21-part module has future mathematicians analyzing word problems to determine whether permutations or combinations would be more appropriate. They use this determination to solve the given problems.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have learners brainstorm different situations involving permutations and combinations in a journal entry
  • Demonstrate some of the situations by using concrete objects
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson requires knowledge of both permutations and computations
Pros
  • Includes a variety of different contexts and situations
  • Reviews permutations and combinations before diving into the lesson
Cons
  • None
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