Student worksheet

1. What is the weight of the package of snacks?

2. Does the company give any portions or weight for each type of snack in the package?

3. Count the total number of snacks in the package, then count how many of each type:

Snacks in the Package	Number of Snacks
Toasted O's
Cheese Bits
Wheat Squares
Pretzels
Total Number of snacks in a package

1. Find the percentage of each ingredient contained in the package:

Ingredients	Percentages
Toasted O's
Cheese Bits
Wheat Squares
Pretzels

1. Graph your results from #3 and #4.

2. Why did you choose to display your data this way?

3. Describe in your own words what is presented on your graph.

4. Compare your results with two other people. Are there any differences in your data? Why do you think that is?

5. Is there one ingredient that has a consistent proportion in each package? Do you think that the company has an alternative motive for packaging their product this way?

6. What is your favourite ingredient? Based on your research, is this snack a good choice for you?