Recognize a statistical question — Review — page 1
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Worksheet directions

Grade 6 • Review • Choose a strategy for each problem. Explain or check your thinking where requested.

Sample questions

  1. Compare “What is my recorded value for backpack masses today?” with “What are the recorded backpack masses for all students today?” Which anticipates variability? Identify the observational unit and measurement unit.
  2. Compare “What is my recorded value for heights today?” with “What are the recorded heights for all students today?” Which anticipates variability? Identify the observational unit and measurement unit.
  3. Write a statistical question about students’ numbers of books read. Explain why answers should vary and identify the measurement unit.
  4. Compare “What is my recorded value for reading times today?” with “What are the recorded reading times for all students today?” Which anticipates variability? Identify the observational unit and measurement unit.
  5. Compare “What is my recorded value for numbers of books read today?” with “What are the recorded numbers of books read for all students today?” Which anticipates variability? Identify the observational unit and measurement unit.
  6. Write a statistical question about students’ reading times. Explain why answers should vary and identify the measurement unit.

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Common Core connections

Source labels: 6.SP.A.1, 6.SP.B.5a,b. Review the learning goals below to check the fit for your class.

  • 6.SP.A.1 — Recognize a statistical question

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