Comparing Groups: More and Fewer
Students calculate and interpret the mean, median, and mode for various datasets.
Key Questions
- Which group has more — the red counters or the blue counters?
- How many more apples than oranges are there?
- Can you make both groups have the same amount?
ACARA Content Descriptions
Suggested Methodologies
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