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What would I weigh there? A video uses the relationship of the weight of an astronaut on Earth and the moon to create a direction variation equation. Using the created equation, pupils find the weight of any astronaut on the moon.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Ask the class if it's possible to set up the equation a different way
- Research the constant of variation for weights on other planets and calculate astronaut weights
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes scholars know the equation of a line
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Highlights important information in the problem
- Shows the steps used to solve the equation
Cons
- None
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