Welcome to

AP Stats!

Mrs. Penny WilliamsRichmond Hill High

School

What Is Statistics?

Statistics is the science of data...

Data are numbers with a context.

What Is Statistics?We will study four major themes this

year:

Collecting Data - Surveys, Studies, and Experiments

Describing Data - Graphical and Numerical Analysis

Probability - The Study of Chance Behavior

Inference - Making Conclusions Based on Data

The AP ExamI will be preparing you for the AP Statistics Exam Friday, May 9, from noon to 4:00.

3 hours – 40 Multiple Choice Questions5 Free-Response Questions1 “Investigative Task”

The AP ExamYou CAN be successful on this exam IF you put forth the effort ALL SEMESTER LONG. You cannot wait until the last 2 weeks to get serious.

I will provide you with LOTS of preparation materials as well as insight from the grading of the exam.

I need YOU to provide the effort...

What Do You Need?

You will need the following items for this course:

• Graphing Calculator (TI83+ or TI84+)• 2 glue sticks or scotch tape• Ruler• Hole reinforcements• Pen and pencil and a good eraser• Highlighters of different colors and/or colored

pencilsStrong work ethic and a willingness to ask for help!

Your Textbook

Replacement

Cost = $100

“The Practice of Statistics, 4e” by Starnes, Yates, Moore(replacement cost = $100)

Read It

Study It

Take Care of It - Cover It!

Bring it every day...

Course Websites

Class Website:

RHHSAPStats.pbworks.com

Notes, Handouts, etc.

Textbook Website:

bcs.whfreeman.com/tps4e

Resources, Applets, Quizzes

ExpectationsMy goal is for you to understand Statistics and how it plays a role in your current and future life.

My hope is you will be successful in the course and earn a passing score on the AP Exam.

My expectation is that you will put forth the effort necessary to be successful in a college-level course.

Pre-Course Assignment

Due DatesMonday: Chapter 1 ProblemsTuesday: Chapter 1 Reading Guide &

QuizWednesday: Chapter 1 Test, Flash

Cards, Stem & Leaf Wiki Assignment Friday: Chapter 1 Project #1