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How Much is that Tune?
Tune in for savings! Scholars investigate pricing schemes for two different online music download sites. After comparing the two, they determine the numbers of songs for which each site would be cheaper.
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Roman Bernardo: Solving Linear Equations
Mathematicians use an inquiry method to solve linear equations. In this linear equations lesson, young scholars practice solving equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They solve multi-step equations and...
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Linear Curve of Best Fit
Is foot length to forearm length a linear association? The class collects data of fellow scholars' foot length and the length of their forearms. They plot the data and find a line of best fit. Using that line, they make predictions of...
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Line of Best Fit
Pupils work through a guided activity on fitting a linear equation to a set of data by entering the data into a calculator and trying to envision a line of best fit. They then have the calculator determine the least-squares line and...
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Exploring Geometric Constructions of Parabolas
Students are introduced to the construction geometrically of parabolas. Using a software program, they identify lines, segments and midpoints. They label the parabolas properties and characteristics and use a formula to determine the...
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Parabolic Paths
Learners investigate properties of parabolas. In this algebra lesson plan, students identify the different paths of a parabola. They use the navigator to make observations of the parabola.
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Parabolas
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students identify the vertex and the axis of symmetry of a parabola, given the equation. The two page worksheet contains a combination of ten multiple choice and free response questions. Answers...
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Properties of Parabolas
Learn to identify the properties of parabolas. Students define parabola as the locus of all points equidistant from a fixed point and a fixed line. Also, interpret the equation for a parabola in vertex form and gain a visual...
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Parabolas
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, learners determine the vertex and the axis of symmetry of a parabola. The two page worksheet contains a combination of eleven multiple choice and free response questions. Answers are included.
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Big Wheels Keep on Turning
Eleventh graders work in groups and investigate how force determines the speed and distance then they view the video, "Math Vantage #7: What's Your Angle?." They are given a real life problem to solve using speed, ramps, angle, incline...
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Sums and Difference of Cubes
Learners factor polynomials using the sum and difference of cubes. They also learn connections between the graph and expression.
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SkyHighScrapers
Students investigate quadratic functions. In this Algebra I/Algebra II instructional activity, students determine the equation of a quadratic function that closely matches a set of points. Students investigate the necessary information...
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Mirror Curvature
Young scholars investigate parabolas as the shape of a telescopic mirror. In this Algebra I/Algebra II instructional activity, students explore the relationship between the coefficients of a quadratic function and the shape and position...
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Telescope #2
Students investigate parabolas as the shape of a telescopic lens. In this Algebra I/Algebra II lesson, students explore the relationship between the coefficients of a quadratic function and the shape and position of the parabolic graph...
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Windsail Design
Students fit quadratic models to windsail designs. For this fitting quadratic models to windsail designs lesson, students compare quadratic models of sails with different measurements and mast size. Students vary the a-value for a sail...
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Count the Differences
Pupils determine the degree of polynomials. In this determining the degree of polynomials lesson, students find the difference between consecutive y-values. Pupils find the degree of a linear, quadratic, and cubic function by this...
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Parabola with Horizontal Directrix
Young scholars find the vertex, directrix, and focus of a parabola. They graph parabolic functions and solve application problems involving parabalas.
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Parabola With Horizontal Directrix
Students find the vertex, directrix, and focus of a parabola and graph parabolic functions. They solve problems involving parabolas after a demonstration lesson by the teacher.
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Arithmetic Complex Numbers
Students convert quadratic functions from standard form to vertex form. In this algebra lesson, students solve polynomials using synthetic and long division. They derive and apply the remainder theorem and factor theorem.
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Application of Parabolas
Learners graph quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students relate the parabola to real life applications. They identify the maximum and minimum of the parabola.
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Effects of Parameter Changes
Students define properties of a quadratic equation. In this algebra lesson, students graph and factor quadratic functions. They write equations for polynomials, given a graph.
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Algebra I: Multiplying Polynomials and Factoring
Young scholars use concrete models (algebra blocks) to demonstrate their processes for solving quadratic equations. They apply the commutative, associative, and distributive properties to simplify algebraic expressions and to solve...
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Crossing the Asymptote
Pupils investigate graphs and their asymptotes. In this precalculus lesson, students examine the numerator and denominator of their rational functions. This helps them identify where and when the graph will cross its asymptote.
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Will Exams Be Cancelled?
If the flu outbreak continues, exams will have to be canceled. Investigate the properties of exponential and logarithmic functions. In this algebra lesson, young scholars use the TI to examine and differentiate between exponential growth...