Mathematics
In this statistics unit, students use the Problem, Plan, Data, Analysis and Conclusion (PPDAC) enquiry cycle to carry out a comparative investigation of stopping distances under different conditions. The lesson plans and student workbook guides teachers and students through the steps of the statistical enquiry cycle. Students will develop an understanding of the importance of applying appropriate following distances to suit driving conditions.
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How far until it stops - junior maths PPDAC investigation
Word Document, 291.5 KBThe stopping distance investigation ‘How far before it stops?’ includes a template with scaffolding to guide students through the components of the PPDAC cycle. It can be printed for students to write on directly, projected in a classroom so that students can write out the answers in their books or can be distributed electronically for students to type into directly.
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Random sample of stopping distances
Excel Document, 25.0 KBAn Excel spreadsheet of stopping distances to be used with How far until it stops - junior maths PPDAC investigation
