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Designing Models to Simulate Actual Events Using a Random Number Generator
Learners design models to simulate actual events using a random number generator on a calculator. They estimate the likelihood of a particular outcome using results of simulations. Answer Key included.
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Dragon Problem
For this probability worksheet, students calculate how many chops it would take to kill a dragon. They are given rules on what will and what will not kill the dragon and asked to collect their data showing which method they used to kill...
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Asthma "Outbreak" Exercise
Students investigate numerical data on a possible asthma epidemic. Using statistical information, students graph and figure ratios of the epidemic. They evaluate the mortality rate from severe smog in the 1950's in London.
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What Are The Risks From Radon?
Students examine the health risks of radon in the home. They calculate the odds for each risk and use different forms of measurement. They work together to complete the activity and worksheet.
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Word Problems: Explaining Your Ideas
In this math worksheet, students solve 6 word problems and explain what strategies were used in calculating the answer. Included are problems involving probability, number patterns, prime numbers and multiplication of decimals.
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Pair 'Em Up!
Third graders verify the validity of Punnett squares. They simulate a real-world situation by drawing chromosomes from a paper bag and track the data.