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This activity shows students the difference between theoretical and experimental probability. There are three different events in this activity. The students first determine the theoretical probability of each event. They then perform the experiments to collect the experimental data. This activity leads to discussion or student writing on the difference between theoretical and experimental probability.

Students match the linear function with the correct table. You can have students do this individually or with a partner. I cut the paper ahead of time and place everything in a baggie so that I can pass out and pick up quickly. This also helps me reuse them for each class. You could give the sheet to the student and have them cut and glue if you prefer. The answers are included on the second page.

Students create a scatter plot from data that they collect in class. The y then use the scatter plot to determine the line of best fit.