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Math modeling to help endangered species? Scholars first investigate linear and exponential equations and graphs that model fictitious animal populations. They consider how key features of the graphs relate to the situation. As a final project, they research an endangered species and develop mathematical models for its population.
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- Collaborate with a biology or environmental studies teacher
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- A graphing calculator and/or graphing paper is necessary for the lessons
- Activities expect prior knowledge of linear and quadratic equations and their graphs
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