Probability | Targeted Math

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Mathematics

Grade(s)

9, 10, 11, 12

Overview

Probability is the study of chance or the likelihood that an event will occur. Probability can’t tell us what will happen, only what is likely to happen. At the end of this lesson about probability, students will be able to calculate probability for real-life situations. 

Mathematics (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Algebra I with Probability

MA19.A1.40

Recognize and describe the concepts of conditional probability and independence in everyday situations and explain them using everyday language.

UP:MA19.A1.40

Vocabulary

  • Conditional Probability
  • Probability

Knowledge

Students know:
  • Possible relationships and differences between the simple probability of an event and the probability of an event under a condition.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Accurately determine the probability of simple and compound events.
  • Accurately determine the conditional probability P(A given B) from a sample space or from the knowledge of P(A and B) and the P(B).

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • Conditional probability is the probability of an event occurring given that another event has occurred.

CR Resource Type

Lesson/Unit Plan

Resource Provider

PBS

License Type

Custom
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