Understanding Probability Concepts

Understanding Probability Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

5th - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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The video tutorial covers the basics of probability and chance, explaining how probability is a measure of likelihood expressed as a fraction or percentage. It introduces chance words like impossible, unlikely, likely, and certain, and demonstrates their use on a number line. Real-life applications, such as in casinos, are discussed. The tutorial includes examples using dice and marbles to illustrate probability calculations, and exercises with spinners to reinforce understanding. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding probability for solving problems throughout the year.

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16 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is probability a measure of?

The impossibility of an event

The frequency of an event

The certainty of an event

The likelihood of an event occurring

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is probability typically expressed?

As a fraction or percentage

As a whole number

As a decimal

As a ratio

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word describes a 0% chance?

Unlikely

Certain

Impossible

Likely

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does a probability of 100% indicate?

Impossible

Unlikely

Certain

Likely

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If the chance of rain is 20%, what is the chance it will not rain?

100%

50%

20%

80%

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a 'standard dot cube' commonly known as?

A die

A square

A block

A cube

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the probability of rolling a three on a standard die?

1/3

1/4

1/6

1/2

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