Activity

Leap the Jeep

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Will harm come to the child in the video? Find out by modeling the scenario mathematically! Learners represent the situation with a quadratic model before deciding on a maximum height and time the person is in the air. Too low or not long enough could mean the child does not make it under!

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Use as a performance task assessment during a unit on projectile motion
  • Have pupils graph their equations and provide a written explanation of their conclusions
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects a strong understanding of projectile motion calculations
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Pros
  • Offers all possible measurements that are relevant to the problem
  • Includes questioning strategies and suggestions
Cons
  • None