Support · Mathematics Standard 11–12 – Year 11 · Data analysis
Support Justify whether a sample obtained from a population is representative of the population by considering the sampling method
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Define a sample as a subset of units in a population selected to represent all units in a population of interest
Stage 4 · Data analysis Draft mapping
- Interactive toolStarterMaths Is Fun: SamplingUse it for: Samples vs populations and sampling methods.
- Corbettmaths practice questions: Sampling: randomUse it for: Free printable graded practice questions (with answers) on sampling: random for drill or a quick check.
- VideoStarterCorbettmaths video: Sampling: randomUse it for: Short worked-example video on sampling: random to model the method before practice or for flipped revision.
Examine and evaluate the appropriateness of sampling methods and sample size in reports with statements about a population and how they can affect the results of a survey
Stage 5 · Data analysis C (Path) Draft mapping
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Calculate the mean (x‾) of a set of data using digital tools
Stage 4 · Data analysis Draft mapping
- SimulationStarterPhET Mean: Share and BalanceUse it for: Develop the mean as fair share and balance point.