Module 2

Baseball is a game of strategy where odds and probability are used to make decisions. For example, a manager will choose to use a left-handed pitcher or a right-handed pitcher against a particular batter based on past performances. Batting averages can also be used to find the probability of a batter hitting the ball during the next at-bat.

 

You can increase your chances of winning a variety of different games if you are able to interpret odds and probabilities. Throughout this module, you will explore the validity of odds and probability statements and solve probability problems in various contexts.

 

In this module you will investigate the following question: How can the ability to interpret, assess, and solve probability problems help to win games?

 

To investigate this module question, you will focus on the lessons and questions in the following table.

 

Lesson	Topic	Lesson Questions
1	Odds and Probability	What is the relationship between probability and odds, and how are they calculated?
		How does an understanding of probability and odds help you make decisions and solve contextual problems?
2	Mutually Exclusive and Non-Mutually Exclusive Events	How are problems that involve mutually exclusive and non-mutually exclusive events solved?
3	Independent and Dependent Events	How are problems that involve the probability of two independent or dependent events solved?

 

Module 2 Project: Carnival Probabilities will focus on the probability and odds involved in games played at carnivals. You will assess the validity of the probability and odds statements and then create your own carnival game.

 

At the end of the module, you will be asked to complete the Module 2 Project. For specific instructions, refer to the Module 2 Project: Carnival Probabilities.