The Power of Probability
Calculating Simple and Compound Probability
Welcome to "The Power of Probability," a new math program aligned with NCTM and Common Core State Standards, which gives students opportunities to practice their skills and knowledge of the mathematics of probability.
Developed by The Actuarial Foundation with Scholastic, the program's lessons and worksheets motivate students through activities that use mathematics for real purposes.
The three lessons below are accompanied by fun activity worksheets. The program also includes a bonus worksheet and an exciting online probability challenge.
Alignment with NCTM and Common Core State Standards (PDF)
Lesson Plans
Lesson 1: Probability Basics
Students will use tree diagrams, tables, and the fundamental counting principle to calculate probability.
Students will use tree diagrams, tables, and the fundamental counting principle to calculate probability.
Lesson 2: Simple Probability and Sampling
Students will use a sample to make predictions about a population and add the probabilities of multiple outcomes to determine the probability of an event.
Students will use a sample to make predictions about a population and add the probabilities of multiple outcomes to determine the probability of an event.
Lesson 3: Compound Probability
Students will use the formula for compound probability to calculate the probability of multiple independent events.
Students will use the formula for compound probability to calculate the probability of multiple independent events.
