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Linear Curve of Best Fit

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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 other people's body part lengths.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Gather data from outside the class to increase the age range
  • Lead a discussion on limitations of predictions based upon collected data
Classroom Considerations
  • The class should be able to determine the equation of a line given a graph
Pros
  • Includes journal writing prompts
  • Contains extension suggestions
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