ALEX Learning Activity Resources

   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] FM-19 (9-12) 7 :

7. Develop and use the Fundamental Counting Principle for counting independent and dependent events.

a. Use various counting models (including tree diagrams and lists) to identify the distinguishing factors of a context in which the Fundamental Counting Principle can be applied.

Example: Apply the Fundamental Counting Principle in a context that can be represented by a tree diagram in which there are the same number of branches from each node at each level of the tree.

In this activity, students will use a teacher-provided menu and generate a list of a three-course meal with all possible combinations containing one appetizer, one main course, and one dessert.  The students will work individually to start the lesson and then move to partner work. The students will work with a partner to determine the best way to create a complete list and answer follow-up questions.  Finally, the students will be asked to use the Fundamental Counting Principle to determine the number of outcomes instead of making a list. This learning activity is intended to be a Before Activity prior to a lesson on the Fundamental Counting Principle.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] FM-19 (9-12) 7 :

7. Develop and use the Fundamental Counting Principle for counting independent and dependent events.

a. Use various counting models (including tree diagrams and lists) to identify the distinguishing factors of a context in which the Fundamental Counting Principle can be applied.

Example: Apply the Fundamental Counting Principle in a context that can be represented by a tree diagram in which there are the same number of branches from each node at each level of the tree.

This lesson includes a teaching video and has a Desmos card match activity where students are practicing their skills using the Fundamental Counting Principle. The video and card match activity will allow students to apply their knowledge of the Fundamental Counting Principle by solving problems and self-checking their results.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] FM-19 (9-12) 7 :

7. Develop and use the Fundamental Counting Principle for counting independent and dependent events.

a. Use various counting models (including tree diagrams and lists) to identify the distinguishing factors of a context in which the Fundamental Counting Principle can be applied.

Example: Apply the Fundamental Counting Principle in a context that can be represented by a tree diagram in which there are the same number of branches from each node at each level of the tree.

In the learning activity, students will review the Fundamental Counting Principle. After the students have reviewed the Fundamental Counting Principle, the students will use an exit ticket to assess their understanding of the topic. This activity is to be used as an after-activity.