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The Corner Problem
Students explore the concept of the corner problem. For this corner problem lesson, students use the TI-NSpire to determine the maximum length a rod can be and still pass horizontally around a corner. Students use similar triangles to...
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A.P. Calculus BC Section II, Part A and Part B
In this A.P. Calculus BC worksheet. students solve six practice problems. A graphing calculator is required on the first three questions and not allowed on the next three. Directions are provided.
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Numerical Analysis: Polynomial Interpolation
For this polynomial worksheet, students identify the interpolated and extrapolated value of given equations. This four-page worksheet contains approximately ten problems. Explanations and examples are provided.
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Investigating Parabolas
Students identify properties of parabolas. In this algebra lesson, students factor quadratic equations and identify the properties of parabolas. They find the roots, vertex and intercepts of a parabola.
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Polynomial Divisions
Learners factor polynomials and use long division t solve problems. In this algebra lesson plan, students find the zeros of polynomials by synthetic and long division. They perform operation using complex numbers.
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Interest Calculation and Spreadsheets
Learners, while in the computer lab working on a spreadsheet program, calculate interest and accumulated value of a savings plan. They follow specific directives on how to create their spreadsheets. At the end of the lesson they print...
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Constructing and Solving Linear Equations
Pupils construct and solve linear equations. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve equations and graph lines using the slope. They identify the different parts of an equation including the leading coefficient.
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Algebra War
In this algebra worksheet, students play a game of "Algebra War". They write linear equations and evaluate functions. They work in groups as they play the game to reinforce basic algebra skills.
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Bouncing Ball Experiment
Students collect data for a bouncing ball and select one bounce to analyze. They explore the relationship between velocity, position and acceleration. They seek out connections between the graphs and the physical motion of the ball.
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Exploratory Problem: Cardiac Output Rates
In this rate problem, students explore the cardiac output of a patients heart by using the dye dilution method. They determine an interval of time and set up an integral to express the exact amount flow. This two-page worksheet...
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Chernobyl 1 - Radiation Released
Pupils investigate the Chernobyl nuclear disaster by mapping out the winds carrying radiation and viewing a short video about the aftermath and subsequent health problems. They then calculate the amount of radiation that people were...
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Complex Analysis: Linear Fractional Transformations
In this transformation worksheet, students explore linear transformations and mappings. They map equations on a coordinate plane. This two-page worksheet contains approximately three problems.
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Handling Data: Collecting and Recording Data
Students collect and record data. In this collecting and recording data activity, students collect data and record that data using frequency tables which include the x and y axis.
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Investigating Linear Equations Using Graphing Calculator
Young scholars investigate linear equations using the Ti-Calculator. In this algebra lesson plan, students graph lines and identify the different quadrants on a coordinate plane. They identify ordered pairs used to plot lines.
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Little Red Corvette
Students investigate the acceleration of a car. In this acceleration of a car lesson, students make a scatter plot of corvette acceleration data. Students find a model to fit the data by taking the integral of the curve...
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Basic Calculus: Extrema, and Optimization: Putting it all Together
In this extrema and optimization worksheet, students identify all points in the domain and determine the critical points. They compute the second derivative and find the global maxima and minima. This two-page worksheet contains two...
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Whatcha Gunna Do When the Hulkster's Measuring Too??
Students measure using tools they have made. In this algebra lesson, students measure the height and distance using non-traditional measuring methods. They apply their findings to algebra and trigonometry properties of measurements.
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Solving Equations
Demonstrate the abstract process of solving equations by using algebra tiles as a concrete representation. Scholars begin by solving equations through the use of manipulatives. As they gain more confidence, they progress to...
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Properties of Operations
Explore the definitions of algebraic properties through a hands-on activity. Individuals cut and paste examples and match them to the correct properties. After examining the provided examples, pupils create examples of their own.
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Parallelogram
Parallelograms are pairs of triangles all the way around. Pupils measure to determine the area and perimeter of a parallelogram. They then find the area of the tirangles formed by drawing a diagonal of the parallelogram and compare their...
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Mathematics-Algebra II
Tenth graders investigate relations and functions. In this algebra lesson, 10th graders perform or research real life situation involving functions. This assignment can be used as a year end project.
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Model and Solve Algebraic Equations
Examine multiple ways to solve algebraic equations. Pupils will generate a problem solving strategy that addresses the prompt given by the teacher. They will then share their problem solving strategy with the class. Graphic organizers,...
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I Can Tell Time
In this clock worksheet, students practice telling time. Students create a clock with an hour hand and a minute hand for mastery of telling the time.
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Counting Principle
In this counting principle worksheet, students examine, analyze and determine how to solve a variety of word problems with the counting principle. Students find out the total number of combinations that exist.