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Interactive Math Game--Elf Toss |
Interactive Math Game--Elf Toss
Toss an elf to hit the Christmas hat by finding the correct angle. This game connects projectile motion with geometry. |
Applications of Quadratic Functions | |
Math in the News: Issue 102--Why Ebola Is So Dangerous |
Math in the News: Issue 102--Why Ebola Is So Dangerous
November 2014. In this issue of Math in the News we examine the ebola virus. We develop a matematical model for viral growth to show why it is such a dangerous virus. |
Applications of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions | |
Math in the News: Issue 107--Thanksgiving Temps |
Math in the News: Issue 107--Thanksgiving Temps
November 2015. In this issue of Math in the News we explore logarithmic functions to model the thawing of frozen turkeys. We look at USDA guidelines to determine data points and use a graphing calculator to create mathematical models. |
Applications of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions | |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Linear Functions |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Linear Functions | Special Functions and Applications of Linear Functions | |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Quadratic Functions, 1 |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Quadratic Functions, Segment 1: Introduction
An overview of the key topics to be covered in the video. This is part of a collection of videos from the Algebra Applications video series on the topic of Quadratic Functions. |
Applications of Quadratic Functions and Graphs of Quadratic Functions | |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Quadratic Functions, 2 |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Quadratic Functions, Segment 2: Pyrotechnics
Fireworks displays are elegant examples of quadratic function. In this segment the basics of quadratic functions in standard form are developed visually and students are guided through the planning of a fireworks display. |
Applications of Quadratic Functions and Graphs of Quadratic Functions | |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Quadratic Functions, 3 |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Quadratic Functions, Segment 3: Forensics
The distance a car travels even after the brakes are applied can be described through a quadratic function. The total distance is known as the stopping distance and this segment analyzes the quadratic function. This is an equation that can be used by accident investigators. |
Applications of Quadratic Functions and Graphs of Quadratic Functions | |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Quadratic Functions, 4 |
VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Quadratic Functions, Segment 4: Medicine
From the time a baby is born to the time it reaches 36 months of age, there is dramatic growth in height and weight. An analysis of CDC data reveals a number of quadratic models that doctors can use to monitor the growth and development of children. |
Applications of Quadratic Functions and Graphs of Quadratic Functions |