Pizza-topping combinations
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A lesson plan for grades 3–5 Mathematics
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Using the pizza topping theme from the previous lesson, students explore the mathematical idea of combinations. Students also discuss whether or not order matters. Illuminations provides an activity sheet and detailed instructions for completing the lesson.
Students will:
- Explore the mathematical idea of combinations of two items.
- Share their findings with fellow classmates.
NCTM Standards and Expectations:
- Predict the probability of outcomes of simple experiments and test the predictions.
North Carolina Curriculum Alignment
Mathematics (2004)
Grade 3
- Goal 4: Data Analysis and Probability - The learner will understand and use data and simple probability concepts.
- Objective 4.01: Collect, organize, analyze, and display data (including circle graphs and tables) to solve problems.
- Objective 4.02: Determine the number of permutations and combinations of up to three items.
- Objective 4.03: Solve probability problems using permutations and combinations.
Grade 4
- Goal 4: Data Analysis and Probability - The learner will understand and use graphs, probability, and data analysis.
- Objective 4.01: Collect, organize, analyze, and display data (including line graphs and bar graphs) to solve problems.
- Objective 4.04: Design experiments and list all possible outcomes and probabilities for an event.
Grade 5
- Goal 4: Data Analysis and Probability - The learner will understand and use graphs and data analysis.
- Objective 4.01: Collect, organize, analyze, and display data (including stem-and-leaf plots) to solve problems.
