Concept
Collection and Analysis of Data shows how to use statistics from past Soap Box Derby events and display the data to enable students to learn from the history of the Derby. Students will use Soap Box Derby data to apply mathematical concepts reviewed/used in the lesson.
 
Video Synopsis
Austin is building his first Soap Box Derby race car. His sister, Bridget, is being a pest and wants to know everything because next year she's going to build and race a Soap Box Derby car. Austin says that's ridiculous and, besides, there are more guys than girls in the Soap Box Derby, so she couldn't hope to win. She had better leave him alone since he's the family's only hope of glory.

Bridget wanders next door where Alex, a college student studying engineering, is working on his old car (as usual). She explains the situation, and Alex invites her into the garage to see his Soap Box Derby race car. Alex suggests she do some research to find out the number of girls and boys in the competition and the ratio of wins by both.

Download the Teacher Guide (PDF file)  Lesson begins on page 9.

Online Activities for Collection and Analysis of Data