Spinners: Real-world Applications

Mathematics
GCSE Foundation
16 questions
~32 mins
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A worksheet exploring probability through spinner scenarios related to travel and maps, suitable for GCSE Foundation students.

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Spinners: Real-world Applications

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Grade GCSE Foundation
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Introduction

Read the key concept below before attempting the questions.
1.
A spinner divided into equal sections shows different modes of transport: Car, Bus, Bicycle, and Train. Each section has an equal chance of the spinner stopping on it. The probability of landing on any one option is calculated as 1 divided by the total number of sections.
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B

Practice Questions

Answer all questions. Show your working in the grid spaces provided.
1.
A spinner is divided into 6 equal sections representing different travel destinations. What is the probability that the spinner lands on a specific destination?
[2 marks]
2.
If the spinner has 8 equal sections, what is the probability it lands on one particular section?
[2 marks]
3.
A spinner divided into 4 regions: Europe, Asia, America, and Africa. What is the probability of landing on Asia?
[2 marks]
4.
Construct a spinner with 5 equal sections. What is the probability it lands on a specific section?
[2 marks]
5.
A spinner has 3 sections labeled A, B, and C. If the spinner is spun twice, what is the probability it lands on A both times?
[3 marks]
6.
A travel map shows 12 countries, and a spinner is divided into 12 equal sections each representing a country. If you spin once, what is the probability it lands on a country starting with 'A' if 3 of the countries start with 'A'?
[2 marks]
7.
A spinner is divided into 5 equal sections: North, South, East, West, and Centre. If you spin three times, what is the probability of landing on North each time?
[3 marks]
8.
A spinner is divided into 10 sections, with 2 sections labeled 'Travel' and the remaining 8 labeled 'No Travel'. What is the probability of landing on 'Travel' in one spin?
[2 marks]
9.
A spinner with 4 sections: Bus, Car, Bike, and Walk. The sections are equal in size. If the spinner is spun twice, what is the probability it lands on Car both times?
[3 marks]
10.
A spinner shows 6 different destinations on a map: Paris, Rome, London, Berlin, Madrid, and Lisbon. If the spinner lands on Madrid or Lisbon, what is the probability?
[2 marks]
11.
A spinner is divided into 8 sections, with 3 sections representing European destinations. If a student spins the spinner, what is the probability they land on a European destination?
[2 marks]
C

Challenge & Extension

Attempt these more difficult questions for extension.
1.
A spinner is divided into 10 sections: 4 travel modes and 6 tourist destinations. If the spinner is spun twice, what is the probability it lands on a travel mode both times?
[4 marks]
2.
Construct a spinner with 7 equal sections representing different continents. What is the probability it lands on Europe?
[3 marks]
D

Mixed Review & Error Analysis

Review these questions carefully and identify any common mistakes.
1.
A spinner divided into 5 equal parts has labels: A, B, C, D, and E. A student calculates the probability of landing on D as 1/4. Identify and correct the mistake.
[3 marks]
2.
A spinner has 6 sections, but a student says the probability of landing on a specific section is 1/8. Explain why this is incorrect and provide the correct probability.
[3 marks]

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1/1/2026
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