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Performance Task G 11

The performance task for Grade 11 Statistics and Probability involves working with a discrete random variable to calculate its probability mass function (PMF), mean, and variance using a real-world scenario, such as rolling a fair 6-sided die. Students must define a scenario, create a PMF, compute the expected value and variance, and provide interpretations of their findings. The task culminates in a written report or presentation due by March 14, 2025.

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Performance Task G 11

The performance task for Grade 11 Statistics and Probability involves working with a discrete random variable to calculate its probability mass function (PMF), mean, and variance using a real-world scenario, such as rolling a fair 6-sided die. Students must define a scenario, create a PMF, compute the expected value and variance, and provide interpretations of their findings. The task culminates in a written report or presentation due by March 14, 2025.

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Performance Task in Statistics and Probability (Grade 11)

Topic: Probability Mass Function, Mean, and Variance of a Discrete Random Variable

Task Overview: In this performance task, you will work with a discrete random variable, calculate its
probability mass function (PMF), and then compute its mean and variance. You will need to apply the
concepts of probability distributions, mean, and variance in a real-world scenario.

Task Guidelines:

Part 1: Define the Scenario: Find a scenario in our school that you can apply the Probability Mass
Function, Mean and Variance of a Discrete Random Variable.

Example:

Imagine a game where a player rolls a fair 6-sided die. The outcome of the roll is considered a discrete
random variable X, which represents the number rolled on the die. The possible outcomes for X are: {1,
2,3,4,5, and 6}.

Step 1: Create a probability mass function (PMF) for the random variable X. Since the die is fair, each
outcome has an equal probability. Define the PMF mathematically.

Part 2: Calculate the Mean (Expected Value)

The mean or expected value E (X) of a discrete random variable X is calculated using the formula:

E(X) =∑x i ⋅P(x i )

Where:

* xi represents the value of each possible outcome.

* P(x i ) is the probability of each outcome.

For the 6-sided die, calculate the expected value of X, i.e., the mean of the die roll.

Part 3: Calculate the Variance

The variance of a discrete random variable X is a measure of how spread out the values of X are around
the mean. The formula for variance is:

Var(X) =E(X 2)−(E(X)) 2


Where:

* E(X2) is the expected value of the square of X, which is calculated as ∑X2⋅P(X)2

* E(X) is the mean (expected value) of X, which you calculated in the previous part.

Using the PMF you created, compute the variance for the random variable X.

Part 4: Interpretation

* Interpret the PMF: What does the probability mass function tell you about the distribution of
outcomes?

* Interpret the Mean: What does the mean (expected value) represent in the context of this game?

* Interpret the Variance: What does the variance tell you about the spread of outcomes in the game?

Requirements:

Probability Mass Function (PMF): Provide a table or a mathematical expression for the PMF of the
random variable X.

Mean Calculation: Show the step-by-step calculation of the expected value E(X).

Variance Calculation: Show the step-by-step calculation of the variance Var(X).

Interpretation: Write a brief interpretation of the PMF, mean, and variance in the context of the dice-
rolling game.

Submission Instructions:

Submit your work as a written report or presentation (digital or printed).

Include all calculations, tables, and explanations.

Ensure your interpretation is concise but thorough.


This task will assess your understanding of probability distributions, mean, and variance for discrete
random variables. Good luck!

Deadline: March 14, 2025

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