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YEAR 5 · PRIMARY MATHEMATICS

Probability.

Describe possible outcomes, compare their chances and make sense of repeated trials.

4 lessons1 practice test

Work through the topic

Learn the method, follow the examples, then try the worksheet.

  1. 01

    Listing outcomes

    List all the results that can happen in a clearly described chance experiment.

    15 min · Worked examples & worksheet
  2. 02

    Equal/unequal likelihood

    Use equal sectors or same-sized counters to explain why outcomes may have equal or unequal chances.

    15 min · Worked examples & worksheet
  3. 03

    Repeating chance trials

    Repeat an experiment fairly, record every result and expect some variation.

    20 min · Worked examples & worksheet
  4. 04

    Observed frequencies

    Read how often outcomes occurred and distinguish results from future guarantees.

    15 min · Worked examples & worksheet
AFTER THE LESSONS

Topic review

Revisit the key ideas, then choose a practice paper.

1 practice test · Separate worked marking guides
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