How many ways can you stock a shelf? It's probably more than you think! Young scholars use data in a frequency table to determine how many ways to stock a shelf given a specific constraint for types of groups. They then repeat the task for a new set of groups.

Concepts

frequency tables, tables, data, permutations

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the extension suggestion for early finishers
• Have pupils create a tree diagram to illustrate the different groups

Classroom Considerations

• Expects an understanding of permutations

Pros

• Provides a rubric with descriptors specific to the task
• Includes a sample solution with detailed explanations

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSS-CP.B.9