Probability and Statistics/ Patterns, Functions, and Algebra

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What is a pattern in mathematics?

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A pattern is a sequence of numbers, shapes, or objects that follow a specific rule or design.

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How do you find the next number in a pattern?

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To find the next number, identify the rule that governs the pattern and apply it to the last number.

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What is probability?

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Probability is the measure of how likely an event is to occur, expressed as a number between 0 and 1.

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What does it mean if an event is 'equally likely'?

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It means that the event has the same chance of happening as it does of not happening.

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What is a function in mathematics?

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A function is a relationship where each input has exactly one output.

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What is the greatest difference in a set of numbers?

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The greatest difference is found by subtracting the smallest number from the largest number in the set.

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How do you calculate the total number of items in multiple groups?

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Add the number of items in each group together to find the total.

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a visual representation of data using bars to show the quantity of different categories.

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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Analyzing data means examining and interpreting the information to find patterns or trends.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents a number that can change.