Math Curriculum

Level C
Unit: Data
Key Lesson 6.8.7 Using Histograms to Answer Statistical Questions

Lesson topic: Using histograms to describe data

Instructor Materials

  • Teacher guide
  • Slides
  • Practice Problems resource
  • CCRS standard: 6.SP.1, 6.SP.2, 6.SP.4, 6.SP.5b
  • Learning goal: Compare and contrast (in writing) histograms that represent two different data sets measuring the same quantity. Critique (orally) a description of a distribution, recognizing that there are multiple valid ways to describe its center and spread. Describe (orally and in writing) the distribution shown on a histogram, including making claims about the center and spread.
  • 6.8 Assessment and Practice Problems

Student Materials

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Preparation

If students need additional lessons before this key lesson, use these supplemental lessons.

 

 

 

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