Basic 6Mathematics18 min

Theoretical and Experimental Probability Lab

Learners compare coin, die, and spinner trials compared to theoretical probability.

Compare theoretical and experimental probability from trials.

Learners spin, toss, and roll during a class game, then compare expected chances with actual results.

Theoretical and Experimental Probability Lab illustration

Learners compare coin, die, and spinner trials compared to theoretical probability.

A fair die is rolled 60 times. About how many sixes are expected theoretically?

  1. A die has 1 six out of 6 equally likely outcomes, so the theoretical probability is 1/6.
  2. Find 1/6 of 60: 60 ÷ 6 = 10 expected sixes.