Probability: Forensic Investigations

This is a classic reSolve sequence aligned with the Australian Curriculum V8.4. It is only available as a downloadable package.

 

Students examine real-world case studies of probability being applied in misleading ways. They assess and explain the flaws in the mathematical methodology used.

This sequence is for students who:

• are familiar with a suite of tools for working with probability
• have an understanding of independent and dependent events
• are able to identify mistakes in language used to communicate ideas around probability

 

Lesson 1: Forensic Investigations

Students examine real-world case studies of probability being applied in misleading ways. They assess and explain the flaws in the mathematical methodology used.

 

Last updated July 7 2020.

This is a classic reSolve sequence aligned with the Australian Curriculum V8.4. It is only available as a downloadable package.

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