Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Relating gradients of perpendicular lines

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Generate tables of values for perpendicular line equations;
Draw perpendicular lines on the Cartesian plane;
Enjoy identifying perpendicular lines from their equations.

Learners generate tables of values for equations such as y=2x+3 and y=-1/2x+4.
Learners draw the lines on the Cartesian plane and measure the angle at the point of intersection.
Learners discuss and share their findings with other groups.

How can you determine if two lines are perpendicular from their equations?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 162-163
-Graph paper
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Set square
-Calculator
-Charts showing perpendicular lines

-Oral questions -Observation -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Coordinates and Graphs - Applications of straight line graphs

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Apply graphs of straight lines to real-life situations;
Interpret information from straight line graphs;
Value the use of graphs in representing real-life situations.

Learners work in groups to generate tables of values for parking charges in two different towns.
Learners draw graphs to represent the information on the same Cartesian plane.
Learners find the gradient of the two lines drawn and determine whether they are parallel.

How can straight line graphs help us solve real-life problems?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 164-165
-Graph paper
-Ruler
-Calculator
-Charts showing real-life applications
-Manila paper for presentations

-Oral questions -Group discussion -Written exercise -Presentation

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Compass directions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Identify compass and true bearings in real-life situations;
Draw and discuss the compass directions;
Appreciate the use of compass in navigation.

Learners carry out an activity outside the classroom where a member stands with hands spread out.
Learners draw a diagram showing the directions of the right hand, left hand, front, and back, labeling them in terms of North, South, East, and West.
Learners discuss situations where knowledge of compass direction is used.

How do we use compass directions to locate positions?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 166-167
-Magnetic compass
-Plain paper
-Colored pencils
-Charts showing compass directions
-Maps

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Scale Drawing - True bearings

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Identify true bearings in real-life situations;
Draw and measure true bearings;
Appreciate the difference between compass and true bearings.

Learners trace diagrams showing true bearings.
Learners measure angles from North in the clockwise direction.
Learners draw accurately true bearings such as 008°, 036°, 126°, etc.

What is the difference between compass bearings and true bearings?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 168-169
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Charts showing true bearings
-Diagrams for tracing

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Determining compass bearings
Scale 

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Determine the bearing of one point from another;
Measure angles to determine compass bearings;
Enjoy determining bearings in different situations.

Learners consider a diagram showing points Q and R.
Learners find the angle between the North line and line QR.
Learners use the angle to write down the compass bearing of R from Q and discuss their results.

How do we determine the compass bearing of one point from another?

-MASTEER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 170-171
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Charts with bearing examples
-Manila paper for group work

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Locating points using compass bearing and distance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Locate a point using bearing and distance in real-life situations;
Create scale drawings showing relative positions;
Appreciate the use of scale drawings in real-life situations.

Learners consider two markets U and V such that the distance between them is 6 km and U is on a bearing of N56°E from V.
Learners mark point V on paper, draw the bearing of U from V, and use a scale of 1 cm represents 1 km to locate U.
Learners display and discuss their constructions.

How do we use compass bearings and distances to locate positions?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 172-174
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Drawing board
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Peer assessment

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Locating points using true bearing and distance
Scale 

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Locate a point using true bearing and distance;
Create scale drawings showing relative positions;
Enjoy making scale drawings using bearings and distances.

Learners consider towns A and B where the bearing of A from B is 140° and the distance between them is 75 km.
Learners mark point B on paper, draw the bearing of A from B, and use a scale of 1 cm represents 10 km to locate A.
Learners make scale drawings showing the relative positions of multiple points.

How do we use true bearings and distances to create scale drawings?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 174
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Drawing board
-Manila paper for presentations
-Worksheets

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Determining angles of elevation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Determine angles of elevation in different situations;
Use scale drawings to find angles of elevation;
Value the use of scale drawings in solving problems involving elevation.

Learners consider a flag pole AB that is 8 m high with point C on level ground 18 m from the foot of the pole.
Learners make a scale drawing showing A, B, and C using a scale of 1 cm represents 2 m.
Learners measure the angle between AC and CB and display their drawings.

How can we use scale drawings to determine angles of elevation?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 175-177
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Drawing board
-Calculator
-Charts showing examples

-Oral questions -Scale drawing -Written exercise -Presentation

Geometry

Scale Drawing                           - Determining angles of depression

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Identify angles of depression in real-life situations;
Measure angles of depression using a clinometer;
Appreciate the application of angles of depression in real-life situations.

Learners perform an activity outside the classroom where they stand next to a flag pole and mark points at eye level and below.
Learners observe how the line of sight forms an angle when looking at lower objects.
Learners use a clinometer to measure angles of depression of objects in their environment.

What is an angle of depression and how is it related to the angle of elevation?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 178-180

-String
-Weight
-Protractor
-Charts showing angles of depression
-Diagrams

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Application in simple surveying

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Apply scale drawing in simple surveying;
Record measurements in a field book;
Value the importance of surveying in mapping.

Learners study a survey of a small island made using a triangle ABC around it.
Learners trace the diagram and draw perpendicular lines from points along the triangle sides to the edge of the island.
Learners measure the lengths of perpendicular lines and record the measurements in a tabular form in a field book.

How do surveyors use scale drawings to create maps?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 181
-Drawing paper
-Ruler
-Set square
-Pencil
-Field book (notebook)
-Charts with survey examples

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Field book assessment

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Survey using bearings and distances
Scale Drawing 

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Survey an area using bearings and distances;
Create scale drawings from bearing and distance data;
Appreciate the application of bearings in surveying.

Learners study a sketch of a piece of land with positions given in terms of bearings and distances from point A.
Learners mark point A and use the bearings and distances to locate other points.
Learners create scale drawings of areas described by bearings and distances from given tables.

How do surveyors use bearings and distances to map areas?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 183-184
-Protractor
-Ruler
-Plain paper
-Drawing board
-Field book
-Charts with examples

-Oral questions -Scale drawing -Written exercise -Presentation

Geometry

Scale Drawing - Project work on scale drawing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Apply scale drawing techniques to a real-life situation;
Create a scale map of the school compound or local area;
Appreciate the practical applications of scale drawing.

Learners work in groups to create a scale map of a part of the school compound.
Learners measure distances and determine bearings between key features.
Learners create a detailed scale drawing with a key showing the various features mapped.

How can we apply scale drawing techniques to map our environment?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 184
-Measuring tape
-Compass
-Drawing paper
-Colored pencils
-Manila paper
-Drawing instruments

-Project work -Group presentation -Peer assessment -Observation

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Similar figures and properties

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Identify similar figures and their properties;
Measure corresponding sides and angles of similar figures;
Appreciate the concept of similarity in real-life objects.

Learners study diagrams of similar cross-sections.
Learners measure the corresponding sides of the cross-sections and find the ratio between them.
Learners measure all the corresponding angles and discover that they are equal.

What makes two figures similar?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 203
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Cut-out shapes
-Charts showing similar figures
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Observation -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Drawing similar figures

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Draw similar figures in different situations;
Calculate dimensions of similar figures using scale factors;
Enjoy creating similar figures.

Learners draw triangle ABC with given dimensions (AB=3cm, BC=4cm, and AC=6cm).
Learners are told that triangle PQR is similar to ABC with PQ=4.5cm, and they calculate the other dimensions.
Learners construct triangle PQR and compare results with other groups.

How do we construct a figure similar to a given figure?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 185-186
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Pair of compasses
-Drawing paper
-Calculator
-Charts with examples

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Properties of enlargement

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Determine properties of enlargement of different figures;
Locate the center of enlargement and find scale factors;
Value the application of enlargement in real-life situations.

Learners trace diagrams showing an object and its enlarged image.
Learners draw lines through corresponding points to find where they intersect (center of enlargement).
Learners find the ratios of corresponding lengths to determine the scale factor.

How do we determine the center and scale factor of an enlargement?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 187-189
-Ruler
-Tracing paper
-Colored pencils
-Grid paper
-Charts showing enlargements
-Diagrams for tracing

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Drawing images of objects

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Apply properties of enlargement to draw similar objects and their images;
Use scale factors to determine dimensions of images;
Enjoy creating enlarged images of objects.

Learners trace a given figure and join the center of enlargement to each vertex.
Learners multiply each distance by the scale factor to locate the image points.
Learners locate the image points and join them to create the enlarged figure.

How do we draw the image of an object under an enlargement with a given center and scale factor?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 190
-Ruler
-Grid paper
-Colored pencils
-Charts showing steps of enlargement
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Peer assessment

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Linear scale factor

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Determine the linear scale factor of similar figures;
Calculate unknown dimensions using linear scale factors;
Value the application of linear scale factors in real-life problems.

Learners consider similar cones and find the ratios of their corresponding dimensions.
Learners study similar triangles and calculate the linear scale factor.
Learners use the scale factor to find unknown dimensions of similar figures.

How do we use linear scale factors to calculate unknown dimensions of similar figures?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 191-193
-Ruler
-Calculator
-Similar objects of different sizes
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Applications of similarity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Apply similarity concepts to solve real-life problems;
Calculate heights and distances using similar triangles;
Value the practical applications of similarity in everyday life.

Learners solve problems involving similar triangles to find unknown heights and distances.
Learners discuss how similarity is used in fields such as architecture, photography, and engineering.
Learners work on practical applications of similarity in the environment.

How can we use similarity to solve real-life problems?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 194-203
-Ruler
-Calculator
-Drawing paper
-Charts with real-life applications
-Manila paper for presentations

-Oral questions -Problem-solving -Written exercise -Group presentation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Angles and sides of right-angled triangles

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Identify angles and sides of right-angled triangles in different situations;
Distinguish between the hypotenuse, adjacent side, and opposite side;
Appreciate the relationship between angles and sides in right-angled triangles.

Learners draw right-angled triangles with acute angles and identify the longest side (hypotenuse).
Learners identify the side which together with the hypotenuse forms the angle θ (adjacent side).
Learners identify the side facing the angle θ (opposite side).

How do we identify different sides in a right-angled triangle?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 205
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Set square
-Drawing paper
-Charts with labeled triangles
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Observation -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Trigonometry - Cosine ratio

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Identify cosine ratio from a right-angled triangle;
Calculate cosine of angles in right-angled triangles;
Enjoy solving problems involving cosine ratio.

Learners draw triangles with specific angles and sides.
Learners calculate ratios of adjacent side to hypotenuse for different angles and discover the cosine ratio.
Learners find the cosine of marked angles in various right-angled triangles.

What is the cosine of an angle and how do we calculate it?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 207-208
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Calculator
-Drawing paper
-Charts showing cosine ratio
-Worksheets

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Tangent ratio
Trigonometry - Reading tables of sines

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Identify tangent ratio from a right-angled triangle;
Calculate tangent of angles in right-angled triangles;
Appreciate the importance of tangent ratio in problem-solving.

Learners draw triangle ABC with specific angles and mark points on BC.
Learners draw perpendiculars from these points to AC and measure their lengths.
Learners calculate ratios of opposite side to adjacent side for different angles and discover the tangent ratio.

What is the tangent of an angle and how do we calculate it?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 213-214
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Calculator
-Drawing paper
-Charts showing tangent ratio
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Trigonometry - Reading tables of cosines and tangents

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Read tables of cosines and tangents for acute angles;
Find cosine and tangent values using mathematical tables;
Enjoy using mathematical tables to find trigonometric ratios.

Learners study parts of the tables of cosines and tangents.
Learners use the tables to find cosine and tangent values of specific angles.
Learners find values of angles with decimal parts using the 'SUBTRACT' column for cosines and 'ADD' column for tangents.

How do we use mathematical tables to find cosine and tangent values?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 216-217
-Mathematical tables
-Calculator
-Worksheets
-Chart showing how to read tables
-Sample exercises

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Using calculators for trigonometric ratios

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Determine trigonometric ratios of acute angles using calculators;
Compare values obtained from tables and calculators;
Value the use of calculators in finding trigonometric ratios.

Learners use calculators to find trigonometric ratios of specific angles.
Learners compare values obtained from calculators with those from mathematical tables.
Learners use calculators to find sine, cosine, and tangent of various angles.

How do we use calculators to find trigonometric ratios?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 218-220
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Worksheets
-Chart showing calculator keys
-Sample exercises

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Trigonometry - Calculating angles using trigonometric ratios

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Use trigonometric ratios to calculate angles in right-angled triangles;
Apply inverse trigonometric functions to find angles;
Enjoy solving problems involving trigonometric ratios.

Learners consider right-angled triangles with known sides.
Learners calculate trigonometric ratios using the known sides and use tables or calculators to find the corresponding angles.
Learners solve problems involving finding angles in right-angled triangles.

How do we find unknown angles in right-angled triangles using trigonometric ratios?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 221-222 
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Ruler
-Drawing paper
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Application in heights and distances

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Apply trigonometric ratios to solve problems involving heights and distances;
Calculate heights of objects using angles of elevation;
Value the use of trigonometry in real-life situations.

Learners solve problems involving finding heights of objects like flag poles, towers, and buildings using angles of elevation.
Learners apply sine, cosine, and tangent ratios as appropriate to calculate unknown heights and distances.
Learners discuss real-life applications of trigonometry in architecture, navigation, and engineering.

How do we use trigonometry to find heights and distances in real-life situations?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 231-222
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Ruler
-Drawing paper
-Charts with real-life examples
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Problem-solving -Written exercise -Group presentation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Review and mixed applications

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Apply trigonometric concepts in mixed application problems;
Solve problems involving both scale drawing and trigonometry;
Value the integration of different geometric concepts in problem-solving.

Learners solve a variety of problems that integrate different geometric concepts learned.
Learners apply scale drawing, bearings, similar figures, and trigonometric ratios to solve complex problems.
Learners discuss how different geometric concepts interconnect in solving real-world problems.

How can we integrate different geometric concepts to solve complex problems?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 222-223
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Drawing paper
-Past examination questions

-Oral questions -Problem-solving -Written exercise -Assessment test

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Appropriate class width
Data Interpretation 

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Determine appropriate class width for grouping data;
Work with data to establish suitable class widths;
Appreciate the importance of appropriate class widths in data representation.

Learners work in groups to consider masses of 40 people in kilograms.
Learners find the difference between the smallest and highest mass (range).
Learners group the masses in smaller groups with different class widths and identify the number of groups formed in each case.

How do we determine an appropriate class width for a given set of data?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 224-225
-Calculator
-Graph paper
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Group presentations -Written exercise -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Frequency distribution tables

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Draw frequency distribution tables of grouped data;
Use tally marks to organize data into frequency tables;
Value the importance of organizing data in tables.

Learners are presented with data on the number of tree seedlings that survived in 50 different schools.
Learners copy and complete a frequency distribution table using tally marks and frequencies.
Learners discuss and share their completed tables with other groups.

How do we organize data in a frequency distribution table?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 226-228
-Chart paper
-Ruler
-Calculator
-Manila paper
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Group presentations -Written exercise -Checklist

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Creating frequency tables with different class intervals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Construct frequency tables starting with different class intervals;
Use tally marks to represent data in frequency tables;
Appreciate the use of different class intervals in data representation.

Learners construct a frequency table for given data starting from the class interval 60-64.
Learners use tally marks to count frequency of data in each class.
Learners compare and discuss different frequency tables.

How do we choose appropriate starting points for class intervals?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 227-230
-Calculator
-Ruler
-Graph paper
-Manila paper
-Worksheets with data
 markers

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group presentations -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Mean of ungrouped data

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Calculate the mean of ungrouped data in a frequency table;
Multiply each value by its frequency and find their sum;
Show interest in calculating mean in real-life situations.

Learners consider the height, in metres, of 10 people recorded in a frequency distribution table.
Learners complete a table showing the product of height and frequency (fx).
Learners find the sum of frequencies, sum of fx, and divide to find the mean.

How do we calculate the mean of data presented in a frequency table?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 231
-Calculator
-Chart showing frequency tables
-Worksheets
-Manila paper
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Observation -Assessment rubrics

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Mean of grouped data
Data Interpretation 

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Calculate the mean of grouped data;
Find the midpoint of class intervals and use in calculations;
Value the importance of mean in summarizing data.

Learners consider a frequency distribution table representing masses in kilograms of learners in a class.
Learners complete a table by finding midpoints of class intervals and calculating fx.
Learners find the sum of frequencies, sum of fx, and divide to find the mean.

How do we calculate the mean of grouped data?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 231-233
-Calculator
-Graph paper
-Manila paper
-Chart with examples
-Worksheets

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group presentations -Checklist

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Median of grouped data

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Determine the median of grouped data;
Find cumulative frequencies to locate the median class;
Value the importance of median in data interpretation.

Learners consider the mass of 50 learners recorded in a table.
Learners complete the column for cumulative frequency.
Learners find the sum of frequency, divide by 2, and identify the position of the median mass.

How do we determine the median of grouped data?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 234-237
-Calculator
-Chart showing cumulative frequency tables
-Worksheets
-Manila paper
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group presentations -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Calculating median using formula
Data 

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Apply the formula for calculating median of grouped data;
Identify class boundaries, frequencies, and cumulative frequencies;
Show interest in finding median from real-life data.

Learners consider marks scored by 40 learners in a test presented in a table.
Learners complete the column for cumulative frequency and identify the median class.
Learners identify the lower class boundary, cumulative frequency above median class, class width, and frequency of median class to substitute in the formula.

How do we use the formula to calculate the median of grouped data?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 235-237
-Calculator
-Graph paper
-Chart showing median formula
-Worksheets
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group work assessment -Assessment rubrics

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Equally likely outcomes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Perform experiments involving equally likely outcomes;
Record outcomes of chance experiments;
Appreciate that some events have equal chances of occurring.

Learners work in groups to flip a fair coin 20 times.
Learners record the number of times heads and tails come up.
Learners divide the number of times heads or tails comes up by the total number of tosses to find probabilities.

What makes events equally likely to occur?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 239
-Coins
-Chart paper
-Table for recording outcomes
-Manila paper
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Group work assessment -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Range of probability

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Determine the range of probability of an event;
Understand that probability ranges from 0 to 1;
Value the concept of probability range in real-life situations.

Learners use a fair die in this activity and toss it 20 times.
Learners record the number of times each face shows up and calculate relative frequencies.
Learners find the sum of the fractions and discuss that probabilities range from 0 to 1.

What is the range of probability values and what do these values signify?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 241
-Dice
-Table for recording outcomes
-Chart showing probability scale (0-1)
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-Calculator
-Chart showing complementary events

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Group presentations

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Mutually exclusive events

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Identify mutually exclusive events in real-life situations;
Recognize events that cannot occur simultaneously;
Appreciate the concept of mutually exclusive events.

Learners flip a fair coin several times and record the face that shows up.
Learners discuss that heads and tails cannot show up at the same time (mutually exclusive).
Learners identify mutually exclusive events from various examples.

What makes events mutually exclusive?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 243
-Coins
-Chart with examples of mutually exclusive events
-Flashcards with different scenarios
-Manila paper
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Group discussions -Written exercise -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Experiments with mutually exclusive events

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Perform experiments of single chance involving mutually exclusive events;
Calculate probability of mutually exclusive events;
Value the application of mutually exclusive events in real-life.

Learners toss a fair die several times and record the numbers that show up.
Learners solve problems involving mutually exclusive events like picking a pen of a specific color from a box.
Learners find probabilities of individual events and their union.

How do we calculate the probability of mutually exclusive events?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 244-246
-Dice
-Colored objects in boxes
-Calculator
-Chart showing probability calculations
-Worksheets with problems
 markers

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Calculating probabilities of independent events

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Calculate probabilities of independent events;
Apply the multiplication rule for independent events;
Appreciate the application of independent events in real-life situations.

Learners solve problems involving independent events.
Learners calculate probabilities of individual events and multiply them to find joint probability.
Learners solve problems involving machines breaking down independently and other real-life examples.

How do we calculate the probability of independent events occurring together?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 247-249
-Calculator
-Chart showing multiplication rule
-Worksheets with problems
-Manila paper
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group presentations -Assessment rubrics

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Tree diagrams for single outcomes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Draw a probability tree diagram for a single outcome;
Represent probability situations using tree diagrams;
Value the use of tree diagrams in organizing probability information.

Learners write down possible outcomes when a fair coin is flipped once.
Learners find the total number of all outcomes and probability of each outcome.
Learners complete a tree diagram with possible outcomes and their probabilities.

How do tree diagrams help us understand probability situations?

-MASTER Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 251-253
-Chart paper
-Ruler
-Worksheets with blank tree diagrams
-Chart showing completed tree diagrams
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Group work assessment -Checklist