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Bouncing Ball

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Students collect height versus time data of a bouncing ball using the CBR 2™ data collection device. Using a quadratic equation they graph scatter plots, graph and interpret a quadratic function, apply the vertex form of a quadratic equation, and calculate the maximum value of a parabola. They analyze the results and answer the case analysis questions on the included student worksheet.

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CCSS: Designed
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parabolas, graphing quadratics, quadratic functions, quadratic equations, scatter plots, graphs, vertex form of an equation

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parabola, quadratic function, scatter plot, vertex form of a quadratic, maximum of quadratic, math
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
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Common Core

HSA-CED.A.2 HSF-IF.B.4 HSF-IF.C.7.a HSF-LE.B.5 HSS-ID.B.6.a HSS-ID.B.6.c HSS-ID.C.7 MP4 MP5

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