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Opt to learn about optimization. Young mathematicians view an educational video that posits the question: For a given perimeter, what are the dimensions that maximum the area of a rectangle? With the use of optimization skills, they discover that a square satisfies this constraint.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have scholars try out the problem before seeing the solution
Classroom Considerations
- Pupils should be familiar with the process of optimization
- Knowledge of writing constraint equations is necessary
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Easy-to-understand explanations
- Well-paced video helps hold viewer interest
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- None