Set notation
I can use formal language for set notation and see how it relates to various representations.
Set notation
I can use formal language for set notation and see how it relates to various representations.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Set notation is a shorter way of writing probability statements
- The notation relates to certain aspects of a probability tree
- The notation relates to certain aspects of a two-way table
- The notation relates to certain aspects of a Venn diagram
- The notation relates to certain aspects of a frequency tree
Keywords
Probability - The probability that an event will occur is the proportion of times the event is expected to happen in a suitably large experiment.
Venn diagram - Venn diagrams are a representation used to model statistical/probability questions. Commonly circles are used to represent events.
Tree diagram - Tree diagrams are a representation used to model statistical/probability questions. Branches represent different possible events or outcomes.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that A ∪ B means 'to be either from A or B (but not both)'.
A ∪ B represents all members that satisfy at least one of the events A or B. So it could be from A, from B or from both A and B.
To help you plan your year 11 maths lesson on: Set notation, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 11 maths lesson on: Set notation, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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