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Introduction to Parametric Equations
Students write and solve parametric equations. In this algebra lesson, students find and eliminate parameter of equations. They graph parametric equations and analyze the graphs.
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Twenty Multiple Choice and Free Response Derivative Problems
In this derivative worksheet, students solve ten multiple choice and ten free response problems. These problems include: derivatives of trig functions, tangent lines, parametric equations, and instantaneous rates of change.
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Drawing Regular Polygons
Learners investigate properties of regular polygons. In this geometry instructional activity, your class will use a graphing calculator and parametric equations to construct regular polygons and investigate the relationship between the...
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Vectors
For this vectors worksheet, students solve and complete 6 various types of problems. First, they find two unit vectors that are parallel to the given vector and illustrate. Then, students find parametric equations for the line that...
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Parametric Equations
In this calculus and analytic geometry worksheet, students explore parametric equations, tangent lines and the loop of curves in six equations.
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Parametric Equations
In this parametric equation activity, students explore parametric equations and their graphs. They describe the motion of a particle. This four-page activity contains approximately seventeen problems.
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Parametric Equations: Speed, Arc Length
In this parametric equation worksheet, students determine the length an object travels over a given amount of time. This one-page worksheet contains two problems.
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Math 53 - Review for Midterm 1
In this review for midterm, students use parametric equations to find points on a curve, explore conic sections, write vector functions, and sketch cylindrical coordinates. This two-page review contains 10 multi-step problems.
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Multivariable Calculus: Parametric Equations of Lines and Planes
In this parametric equation worksheet, students find a parametric representation by using the vector formula. They find the equation of a plane passing through given points. This two-page worksheet contains examples, explanations and...
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Worksheet 22 - Spring 1996
students examine the potential of creating the involute for a circle. They use the concept to create new parametric equations. They graph the picture for each.
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Math 53 - Midterm 1 Review
In this math worksheet, students eliminate the parameter to find a Cartesian equation of the curve given by the parametric equations.
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Worksheet 10
In this math worksheet, students determine if the information is used to describe a line. They examine the parametric and symmetric equations.
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Worksheet 2.4/2.5: MT-A141 PreCalculus
In this precalculus instructional activity, students use their graphing calculator to graph the domain and range of given terms. They write parametric equations and identify the coordinates of the points on the relation given certain...
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The Football Kick:An Application of Parametric Equations
Learners investigate the concepts relating to the solving of parametric equations. They take the derivatives of parametric equations during guided and independent practice using the problems provided in the lesson plan. Students also...
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BASEBALL HOME RUN
Students determine whether a hit baseball is a home run or not by utilizing parametric equations to describe the path of the ball. They assess the importance of angles and velocity needed to hit a home run. In addition, in their own...
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Calculus: Graphical, Numerical, Algebraic
Students explore the interplay between the geometric and analytic information and on the use of calculus both to predict and to explain the observed local and global behavior of a function. They write a paragraph describing any...
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Ferris Wheel Problem
Students use two pairs of parametric equations to describe two objects in motion. They determine when two objects are the closest. They simulate the behavior of the two objects and interpret the behavior of the objects in motion.
Mathematics Archives
Math Archives: Visual Calculus: Parametric Equations
Visual Calculus offers a tutorial on how to graph systems of parametric equations with several examples.
Harvey Mudd College
Harvey Mudd College: Parametric Equations
Explanations and examples of parametric equations--in which a curve is traced out over time, sometimes doubling back on itself or crossing itself.
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Texas Instruments: Visualizing Related Rates Problems
This activity models related rates problems using parametric equations for simulation purposes.
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Texas Instruments: Parametric and Polar Graphing
Here's an activity to use to teach students how to use the TI-86 graphing calculator to graph functions in parametric or polar modes. Calculator keystroke instructions and calculator screenprints are given in this student activity.
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Texas Instruments: Vectors Vocabulary Quiz
This can be used as a short vocabulary quiz for vector definitions.
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Texas Instruments: Parametric Equations
This questions set tests the following knowledge and skills in parametrics: graphing parametric equations; projectile motion; conversions between parametric and nonparametric forms. Solutions are provided.
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Texas Instruments: Numb3 Rs: The Chase
Based off of the hit television show NUMB3RS, this lesson has students develop the concept of pursuit curves, in which one object moves according to the movements of another object. This lesson is framed in the context of an officer...