Data in the Real World
Discussing examples of how data is collected, stored, and used in everyday life (e.g., weather, shopping).
Key Questions
- Compare how data is used in a library versus a supermarket.
- Predict the consequences of inaccurate data in real-world scenarios.
- Explain how data helps us make decisions in daily life.
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