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This Random Walk III assessment also includes:
Don't cross the line; just walk along it. Scholars investigate a scenario in which a person starts at zero on a number line, then moves left or right depending on a flip of a coin. They determine the number of outcomes for six flips, calculate the probability of certain events, and create bar graphs displaying the frequency of each outcome.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have the class use a number line drawn with tape to perform the experiment after the investigation
Classroom Considerations
- This is the third of four Random Walk activities
- Learners should be familiar with discrete probability
Pros
- Provides a separate teacher resource with commentary and sample solutions
- Printable worksheet makes it easy to implement
Cons
- None