Maths

Calculate Probability as a Fraction

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Overview:

Students calculate the probability of each event as a fraction. Designed for middle and upper years students.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the concept of probability and how to represent it as a fraction.
  • Calculate the probability of various events, such as rolling dice or flipping coins.
  • Develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills in probability.

How the Activity Works:

Students are given different events to calculate the probability of, such as rolling an even number on a 6-sided die or flipping two coins and getting tails on both. They calculate the probability of each event as a fraction, based on the possible outcomes. This activity helps students grasp the fundamentals of probability while practicing fractional calculations in a fun, real-world context.

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