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This Directed Line Segments: Dog Park interactive also includes:
- Introduction to Vectors (2D)
- Student Reference
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Its a dog's world! Using a vector in standard position, pupils model the path a dog takes to different items in a dog park. The individuals use the interactive to find the magnitude and direction of the directed line segment.
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Instructional Ideas
- Lead a discussion on how to determine the direction using right triangle trigonometry
Classroom Considerations
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- The class should know how to compute distances using the distance formula
Pros
- The resource calculates the angle and magnitude for the learner
- Provides a hint on how to use the interactive to find the solutions
Cons
- None