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How to Calculate and Analyze the Equation for a Parabolic Path

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This How to Calculate and Analyze the Equation for a Parabolic Path performance also includes:

Working in groups, pupils plot three points on the coordinate plane representing three different parabolic paths. Using a calculator, they determine the quadratic regression equation for their models. Each team then figures out the vertex and a fifth point for the parabolas before using their creativity to make colorful graphs.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
parabolas, quadratic equations, vertex, line of symmetry, maximums, roots, projectile motion
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Additional Tags
math
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Instructional Ideas
  • Alter the activity, have learners draw the parabola on graph paper instead of using technology
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires access to ActivInspire
  • Assumes class members are comfortable with finding the vertex from a quadratic equation
Pros
  • Contains directions on how to enter the information into the program
  • Includes a self-assessment rubric for pupil use
Cons
  • None