Learn about statistics from A to z-score. Young statisticians watch an informative video that explains how to compare different normally distributed quantities using z-scores and percentiles. An example using ACT and SAT scores highlights the use of these statistical measures.

Concepts

statistics, mean, standard deviation, normal distribution

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have the class collect data and perform a statistical analysis
  
• If available, invite a psychometrician to give a presentation
  

Classroom Considerations

• Scholars should have an understanding of mean and standard deviation
• 18th installment of the Crash Course Statistics series
  

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes a variety of contexts
• Graphics aid in understanding the concepts
  

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSS-ID.A.4