Stage 5 · Data analysis A · Examine standard deviation as a measure of spread · Topic: Data & statistics · Year 9, 10

Calculate the standard deviation of a small dataset using digital tools

Dot point ID k-10-2022-stage-5-data-analysis-a/dnn-sms-stg5-02 · NESA code MA_K_10_CP_DNN_SMS_STG5_02 · See it on the NSW Curriculum website ↗

Outcomes for this focus area (MA5-DAT-C-01)

MA5-DAT-C-01 compares and analyses datasets using summary statistics and graphical representations

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Maths Is Fun: Standard deviation
Maths Is Fun · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
Use it for: Plain-English explanation of standard deviation with worked examples and questions.
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Unit/Planning
Sample unit – Stage 5: data analysis A
NESA · Sample unit · Editable document · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · Australian context, Editable, Teacher notes
Outcome codes found in document: MA5-DAT-C-01
Unit/Planning
Stage 5 Unit 8 – making decisions (sample unit of learning)
NSW Department of Education · Sample unit (DOCX) · Editable document · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · Australian context, Editable, Teacher notes
Outcome codes found in document: MA5-DAT-C-01