Tip Toss

What are the mathematics behind this type of carnival game?

Subject: Mathematics; Problem Solving; Science
Topics:
- Reasoning and Communication
- Statistics (charts and graphs)
- Variables
- Use a Chart or Table
- The Nature of Science (scientific inquiry)
Grades: 5 - 8
Concepts:
- Variable
Knowledge and Skills:
- Can apply the strategy "use a chart or table"
- Can explain the reasoning used to solve a problem
- Can represent and interpret numerical data in chart and graph form
- Can create a chart for the collection of experimental results
- Can graphically analyze the relationship between variables in an investigation
- Can present experimental results clearly in written form and/or graphical form

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Hands-On Math Movie:

Undersea TreasureUndersea Treasure

Suppose you want to search for the largest sunken gold treasure in U.S. History. Who would you want on your team? Tom Thompson wanted a mathematician who specialized in probability.
Running time 5:40 minutes.

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