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Show learners the power of mathematics as they model real-life designs. Pupils graph a periodic function by comparing the degree of rotation to the height of a ferris wheel.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use an input-output table to help learners understand the periodic nature of the function
Classroom Considerations
- Addresses concepts and models created in the previous lesson in this series
- Learners need graph paper, protractors, and small paper plates
Pros
- Resources include opening and closing exercises with answer keys
- Provides practice problems that encourage higher-level thinking
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