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Explain the timing of a lake cleanup to the EPA using calculus. A project-based learning opportunity has learners compare rate functions to compute a total change. Their solutions explain the time needed to rid a lake of pollutants.
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Instructional Ideas
- Ask your pupils to show two methods of answering the question and then compare the solutions
Classroom Considerations
- Requires graphing calculators
- Expects an understanding of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and/or left and right sums
Pros
- Provides a means to make the problem unique for each individual
- Presents the problem within the context of a real-life situation to provide relevancy
Cons
- Does not show a sample solution or include a rubric for scoring