Probability: Developing Student Intuition with a 20 by 20 Array.

Kelly, Ivan W.; Bany, Bruce

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ERIC Number: EJ307496

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Publication Date: 1984

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Probability: Developing Student Intuition with a 20 by 20 Array.

Kelly, Ivan W.; Bany, Bruce

School Science and Mathematics, v84 n7 p598-604 Nov 1984

A random arrangement of two contrasting colors in a 20x20 array is used to facilitate students' understanding of the notions of randomness, independence, and long-run frequency. It can also be used to test some prevalent errors in probabilistic reasoning. Three activities are described. (MNS)

Descriptors: Learning Activities, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Materials, Middle Schools, Probability, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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