Experimental and Theoretical Probability

Students will compare experimental and theoretical probability using a standard deck of cards.  Then, given fictional data from the population of 3 counties in Florida, they will compare the theoretical probability of an individual being summoned for jury service in each county to the experimental probability based on individual experiences.  Finally, students will evaluate the impact of sample size on this comparison and explore the importance of a random jury summons process in our judicial system in this integrated lesson.
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Subject(s): Mathematics, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Basic Calculators
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: experimental probability, probability, theoretical probability, jury trials, jury duty, simple experiment, likelihood, compare, jury
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan
Instructional Design Framework(s): Structured Inquiry (Level 2)
Resource Collection: STEM Lesson plans - Grades 6-12

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