Probability: Rock Around the Clock

PBS Learning Media
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PBS Learning Media
Resource Type
Classroom Material
Keywords
probability chance events odds simulation frequency prediction data gambling discussion discourse problem solving classroom instruction Mathline Middle School Math Project mathematical modeling exclusion expected value expected outcome group work tabulation data gathering data reporting Variances Monte Carlo method
Subjects
Professional Development Mathematics
Grade Levels
Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Post-Secondary
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Probability: Rock Around the Clock

Using this resource group, teachers can focus on the topic of probability through the application of the Monte Carlo method. Students use the Monte Carlo method to estimate a reasonable number of packs of gum that need to be purchased to win a complete set of prizes. This resource group is part of the Mathline Middle School Math Project.
Publisher
PBS Learning Media

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