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We began this unit by exploring how probability effected games of chance-such as Backgammon. You experimented with a pair of dice to find out the ratio of certain events that may occur. Experiments can help us predict what will happen in the long run. Not, only do experiments and studies help us verify outcomes that have already been established, but they can also allow us to develop new outcomes or theories. Today, there are thousands of surveys, tests, and opinion polls being conducted in every possible area of study. What's even more fascinating is that all the results and predictions come from analyzing the collected data. In the next couple of days, you will be given an opportunity to collect data from your fellow 8th graders.

A. Get into groups of 2-3.

B. Come up with a question(s) that you would like to ask each student in your class. How will you phrase your question to make sure that you get the information you are trying to explore? Will you give choices, or a yes/no question, or a number scale? Write down the question in the space below:

C. Make a prediction on how your class will answer the question(s).

D. How will you organize your data (will it be by making a chart, or by calculating a sum or average, will you need to take special things into consideration)?

E. Go ahead ask every student in this class to answer your question. Write down all the data you came up with.

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