Module 8 - Probability & Statistics
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In this module, you will learn about measures of central tendencies, probability theory, statistical inferences and biases in sampling and analysis. You will understand these concepts and be able to make and evaluate predictions.
Activity 1: Key Terms & Definitions
- Mean, median, mode and a range of a data collection
- Random Sampling
- Probability
- Statistics
- Bias in statistical analysis
Resources:
- All students should go to the community and participate in the exercises of the week.
Please Note the Different Resources Depending on your Start Date.
After October 1, 2007
- MyMathLab Complete Steps 1-4 in Module 8 on Probability & Statistics.
Before October 1, 2007
- Billstein text Chapters 7 & 8.
- Thinkwell Prealgebra 2nd Ed. Chapters 8.2, 11
Supplemental Resources:
- This math dictionary for kids by Jenny Eather gives easy, interactive examples. www.teachers.ash.org.au/jeather/maths/dictionary.html .
- This is a site by Bruce Simmons and you can access terms alphabetically: http://www.mathwords.com/a.htm
In your notebook for IS Math, continue your glossary section for quick reference.
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