Build It, Then Predict It! – Compound Probability with Drag & Drop
In this interactive 7th grade math worksheet, students explore compound probability by analyzing real-world scenarios with two independent events. Using a drag-and-drop format, students build all possible outcome combinations, organize them into tables, and calculate the probability of specific outcomes. This hands-on worksheet helps students visualize the sample space and strengthens their understanding of how compound events work.
Key features:
- ✅ Real-life, relatable scenarios like food choices, coin flips, and spinners
- ✅ Drag-and-drop interaction to build organized outcome sets
- ✅ Questions focused on total outcomes and compound probability
- ✅ Supports both fractional and decimal answers
- ✅ Aligned with Common Core 7.SP.8b — using lists and tables to determine probability
This worksheet is perfect for reinforcing conceptual understanding before introducing tree diagrams or formulas. Great for classwork, practice, or skill assessment.
Learning Objective
Students will determine compound probabilities by creating and analyzing organized lists and tables of outcomes for two independent events. They will calculate the total number of possible combinations and use this information to find the probability of a specific outcome occurring.
