Mathematics for the International Student:Mathematics HL options-Statistics and Probability

FOREWORD
Mathematics HL (Option): Statistics and Probability has been written as a companion book to the
Mathematics HL (Core) textbook. Together, they aim to provide students and teachers with
appropriate coverage of the two-year Mathematics HL Course, to be first examined in 2014.
This book covers all sub-topics set out in Mathematics HL Option Topic 7 and Further Mathematics
HL Topic 3, Statistics and Probability.
The aim of this topic is to introduce students to the basic concepts and techniques of statistics and
probability and their applications.
Detailed explanations and key facts are highlighted throughout the text. Each sub-topic contains
numerousWorked Examples, highlighting each step necessary to reach the answer for that example.
Theory of Knowledge is a core requirement in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme,
whereby students are encouraged to think critically and challenge the assumptions of knowledge.
Discussion topics for Theory of Knowledge have been included on pages 157 to 159. These aim to
help students discover and express their views on knowledge issues.
The accompanying student CD includes a PDF of the full text and access to specially designed
graphing software.
Graphics calculator instructions for Casio fx-9860G Plus, Casio fx-CG20, TI-84 Plus and TI- spire
are available from icons located throughout the book.
Fully worked solutions are provided at the back of the text, however students are encouraged to
attempt each question before referring to the solution.
It is not our intention to define the course. Teachers are encouraged to use other resources.We have
developed this book independently of the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) in
consultation with experienced teachers of IB Mathematics. The Text is not endorsed by the IBO.
In this changing world of mathematics education, we believe that the contextual approach shown in
this book, with associated use of technology, will enhance the students understanding, knowledge
and appreciation of mathematics and its universal applications.
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