University Statistics Course: Module 1 Probability Assignment

This assignment provides a solution for Module 1 of a statistics course, focusing on the introduction to probability. The assignment requires students to read sections from an online statistics textbook and watch videos from Khan Academy to understand fundamental concepts. These concepts include basic probability, Venn diagrams, independent and dependent events. Additionally, the assignment includes practice exercises to reinforce the understanding of probability theory. The provided solution includes a comprehensive overview of the required materials and steps to solve the problems. The aim is to help students grasp the core principles of probability and its practical applications in statistics. The assignment also provides links to external resources like Math Goodies and the Centre for Innovation in Mathematics Teaching (CIMT) to further enhance the understanding of the subject.

Module 1 - Background
Introduction to Probability
You can download the full, digital version of a statistics book using the link below. (Version in
PDF, on the left side)
Lane, D. M. (n.d.). Online Statistics Education: A multimedia course of study. Retrieved from
http://onlinestatbook.com/2/index.html
Required Materials
Digital Readings
Read sections A–G from
Lane, D. M., Hebl, M., Osherson, D., & Ziemer, H. (n.d.). Online Statistics Education:
Introduction. Retrieved from http://onlinestatbook.com/2/introduction/introduction.html
Read sections A–D from
Lane, D. M. & Osherson, D. (n.d.). Online Statistics Education: Probability. Retrieved from
http://onlinestatbook.com/2/probability/probability.html
Videos and Exercises
Using the website below, watch the videos and complete the practice exercises for the topics in
BOLD:
Khan Academy. (2014). Independent and dependent events. Retrieved from
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/probability/independent-dependent-probability
 Basic probability (5 videos, 1 reading, 3 practice exercises)
 Venn diagrams and adding probabilities (2 videos, 1 practice exercise)
 Compound, independent events (9 videos, 2 practice exercises)
 Dependent probability (8 videos, 3 practice exercises)
What Is Probability?
Intro to Statistics
Definitions
Variables and Measurement Scales

Intro to Probability
Optional
Math Goodies. (2014). Probability theory. Retrieved
from http://www.mathgoodies.com/lessons/toc_vol6.html
Reynolds, A. J. (2001). Introduction to Probability. Retrieved from
http://www.cimt.org.uk/projects/mepres/book7/bk7i21/bk7_21i1.htm