Lesson 1

Getting to Know You

  • Let's work together to collect data and explore statistical questions.

Problem 1

Write a survey question for which you would expect to collect numerical data.

Problem 2

Write a survey question for which you would expect to collect categorical data.

Problem 3

Select all the statistical questions.

A:

What is the typical amount of rainfall for the month of June in the Galapagos Islands?

B:

How much did it rain yesterday at the Mexico City International Airport?

C:

Why do you like to listen to music?

D:

How many songs does the class usually listen to each day?

E:

How many songs did you listen to today?

F:

What is the capital of Canada?

G:

How long does it typically take for 2nd graders to walk a lap around the track?