M and M fractions and Probability

M and M challenge

Take a handful of M&M’s and sort by colour.
Write each colour as a fraction of the total.
Example (20 M&M’s):

• 5 red = 5/20 = 1/4

• 4 blue = 4/20 = 1/5

Bigger fraction = more likely

Smaller fraction = less likely

Which colour was most/least likely?

Did your results match your prediction?

Now combine the m and ms on your table and write these as a fraction of the group.

Simplify each colour e.g. 8/40 blue= 1/5