Display Title
Definition--Statistics and Probability Concepts--Sample Space
Display Title
Sample Space
Topic
Statistics and Probability
Definition
A sample space is the set of all possible outcomes in a probability experiment.
Description
The sample space is a foundational concept in probability, providing the framework within which probabilities are assigned to events. It is used in various fields, such as finance, to model different investment outcomes, or in engineering to predict system failures.
Understanding the sample space is crucial for students to accurately calculate probabilities and analyze different scenarios. It helps them develop a comprehensive understanding of how different events relate to each other within a probability model.
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| Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.4, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.4 |
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| Grade Range | 9 - 12 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Algebra • Probability and Data Analysis • Probability |
| Copyright Year | 2014 |
| Keywords | definition, Sample Space |
