Comparing Theoretical and Empirical Probability

Comparing Theoretical and Empirical Probability

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Mathematics, Social Studies

1st - 6th Grade

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The video tutorial explains the concepts of theoretical and empirical probability, using examples like coin flips and die rolls. It introduces the law of large numbers and discusses how to test hypotheses, such as whether blowing on a die affects the outcome. The video emphasizes the differences between empirical and theoretical probabilities and presents experiment results to illustrate these concepts. Finally, it concludes with a discussion on evaluating the effectiveness of treatments by comparing theoretical and empirical results.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why might empirical probability not equal theoretical probability in experiments?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What conclusions can be drawn if the empirical probability is close to the theoretical probability?

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