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Statistical investigations

In the real world data sets can be large and messy. We have chosen a variety of contexts in which students can use their statistical skills to answer some interesting questions.

Estimating time
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Estimating time

Age
11 to 14
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How well can you estimate 10 seconds? Investigate with our timing tool.
Picturing the world
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Picturing the world

Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
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How can we make sense of national and global statistics involving very large numbers?
What's the weather like?
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What's the weather like?

Age
11 to 14
Challenge level
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With access to weather station data, what interesting questions can you investigate?
Perception versus reality
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Perception versus reality

Age
14 to 18
Challenge level
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Infographics are a powerful way of communicating statistical information. Can you come up with your own?
Who's the best?
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Who's the best?

Age
11 to 14
Challenge level
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Which countries have the most naturally athletic populations?