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Hexstat Probability Demonstrator, 1A20.11

Location:

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Description:

256 Small steel balls fall into 9 columns or bins to form a probability curve similar to a Gaussian distribution.

Equipment

Location

ID Number

Hexstat Probability Demonstrator

ME, Bay A2, Shelf #1

1A20.10

Hexstat Teacher's Manual

ME, Bay A2, Shelf #1

1A.EQ.??

Setup:

1.Hold demonstrator upside down so that all of the balls fall into the reservoir (tap the board if needed).

Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:

N/A

Demonstration:

1.Turn the board over so that it is upside up with the bottom flat on the table.

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References:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Normal_distribution

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