Represent the relationship between independent and dependent variables through a modeling situation. The activity expects learners to graph the volume of water in a bathtub during a given scenario. The graph should result in two areas of constant rates of change and two rapid changes in volume.

Concepts

volume, displacement, water displacement, math modeling, independent variables, dependent variables

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Model the problem by filling a beaker with water and graphing the result
• Give your classes manipulatives and/or props to explore the presented problem

Classroom Considerations

• Expects an understanding of the relationship between independent and dependent variables as they relate to a graph

Pros

• Includes an answer key and rubric that suggests important aspects to assess
• Presents a problem that allows for multiple correct solutions

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSG-GMD.A.3