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Quadratic Curve of Best Fit

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Class members create a table of the number of chords that can be drawn given the number of points on a circle. Pupils analyze the data created, find a function to fit to it, and use the function to make further predictions.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have the class research other relationships that are quadratic in nature
  • Let groups discover the relationship between quadratic relationships and the second differences
Classroom Considerations
  • Class members should be familiar with quadratic equations and functions
Pros
  • Provides suggestions for differentiation
  • Includes answers to questions used during instruction
Cons
  • None