Draw a tree diagram for independent events

In this lesson, we will learn how to draw tree diagrams and complete missing probabilities in tree diagrams for independent events.

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Here is some information regarding a sign language course taken by some students in year 10 and year 11. A student is randomly selected. What is the probability that they are in year 11?

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Q2.Here is some information regarding a sign language course taken by some students in year 10 and year 11. A student is randomly selected. What is the probability that they passed the course?

2/3

Q3.Here is some information regarding a sign language course taken by some students in year 10 and year 11. A student is randomly selected. What probability scenario is represented by the fraction 50 out of 150?

3/3

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Here is some information regarding a sign language course taken by some students in year 10 and year 11. A student is randomly selected. What is the probability that they are in year 11?

1/3

Q2.Here is some information regarding a sign language course taken by some students in year 10 and year 11. A student is randomly selected. What is the probability that they passed the course?

2/3

Q3.Here is some information regarding a sign language course taken by some students in year 10 and year 11. A student is randomly selected. What probability scenario is represented by the fraction 50 out of 150?

3/3

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Quiz:

Draw a tree diagram for independent events

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.Here is the first branch of a probability tree diagram.

1/3

Q2.Here is the first branch of a different probability tree diagram. What should the missing probability be?

2/3

Q3.This tree diagram shows Amir taking red and blue counters from a jar. He replaces the counter after he has picked one up.

3/3

This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Quiz:

Draw a tree diagram for independent events

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.Here is the first branch of a probability tree diagram.

1/3

Q2.Here is the first branch of a different probability tree diagram. What should the missing probability be?

2/3

Q3.This tree diagram shows Amir taking red and blue counters from a jar. He replaces the counter after he has picked one up.

3/3

Lesson summary: Draw a tree diagram for independent events

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