Experimental and Quantitative Predictions

Experimental and Quantitative Predictions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

7th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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This video tutorial covers the concept of experimental probability, explaining how to calculate it using ratios from collected data. It provides examples, such as dart throwing and car rental insurance, to illustrate how predictions can be made based on experimental probability. The lesson also distinguishes between qualitative and quantitative predictions, showing how each is used to evaluate future events or compare real-world scenarios. The tutorial aims to make students comfortable with these calculations and understand the differences between qualitative and quantitative predictions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is experimental probability?

A method to calculate future events without data

A ratio of successful outcomes to total trials

A comparison of different probabilities

A prediction based on theoretical data

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the dart example, what is the experimental probability of hitting a bullseye?

10%

20%

30%

40%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you predict the number of bullseyes in 75 dart throws?

By using the ratio of past bullseyes to total throws

By using a random number generator

By guessing based on past experience

By assuming a fixed number of bullseyes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a qualitative prediction?

A prediction about the quality of an event

A prediction based on numerical data

A prediction that is always accurate

A prediction made without specific data

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the doctor's office example, what percentage of appointments are predicted to be rescheduled?

30%

26%

23%

11%

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of quantitative predictions?

Predicting future events without data

Using proportional reasoning to compare predictions with actual outcomes

Making predictions based on personal opinions

Ignoring past data to make predictions

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the movie poll example, what percentage of people liked the movie?

72%

60%

50%

80%

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