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This Calculus AB/BC - Exploring Accumulation of Change ap test prep also includes:
Add up area to find total change. Pupils learn what it means to find the area under a curve and how to calculate it geometrically. They first find the accumulation of change given a rate of change function. Scholars then apply that knowledge to particle motion problems along with other changing rate situations.
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Instructional Ideas
- Lead a discussion to ensure the class understands the idea of negative areas and what it means within different contexts
Classroom Considerations
- Requires the ability to find areas of composite geometric shapes
- First lesson in a 16-part Integration unit
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Connects the concept of area under the curve to a simple distance rate problem to show equivalent solutions
- Contains additional practice problems for those needing extra work
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