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Peer reviewedQuinn, Robert J. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2000
Describes a lesson plan in which students apply their mathematical intuition to determine win-loss possibilities of teams in a sports league and develop a formula for calculating the magic number for clinching first place. (YDS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Baseball, Lesson Plans, Mathematics Activities
Peer reviewedQuinn, Robert J.; Tomlinson, Stephen – Mathematics Teacher, 1999
Features activities for advanced second-year algebra students in grades 11 and 12. Introduces three random variables and considers an empirical and theoretical probability for each. Uses coins, regular dice, decahedral dice, and calculators. (ASK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculators, Estimation (Mathematics), Grade 11
