Rocket launch probability

URL: http://www.mste.uiuc.edu/activity/rocket/

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This applet can be used to observe how probability of outcomes for a multistage event determines the final result. The applet simulates the launch of a three-stage rocket that requires all three stages to pass tests before takeoff. The student can vary the probability of passing at each stage from 0 to 100 percent. The applet reports the overall success rate as a percent and the cumulative number of successful and failed launches. Copyright 2005 Eisenhower National Clearinghouse

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Subject keyword(s)	Mathematics, Probability
Grade level	Middle School, High School, Informal Education
Intended audience	Learner
Resource type	Audio/Visual, Instructional Material
Resource format	image, image/gif, text, text/html, text/plain
Rights	Copyright 1994-2004 MSTE. All rights reserved.

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Rocket Launch Probability Description Simulation Send comments to Nicholas Exner DescriptionThis applet is designed to teach an application of probability. This java applet works by simulating a situation where a threestage rocket is about to be launched. In order for asuccessful launch to occur all three stages of the rocket mustsuccessfully pass their pre-takeoff tests. By default, each stage has a50% chance of success, however, this can be altered by dragging the barnext to each stage. Enjoy! Simulation Applet Source 1 & 2,Written by Nicholas Exner. Sendcomments to MSTE Webmaster