The liftoff and pre-orbital path of the rock is described by a parabola.

The path of a rocket orbiting the Earth can be modeled with the equation of a circle.

The planets orbiting the sun follow elliptical paths.

In this episode of Algebra Applications, three real-world explorations of quadratic functions are developed: Pyrotechnics.

An overview of the key topics to be covered in the video.

Fireworks displays are elegant examples of quadratic function.

The distance a car travels even after the brakes are applied can be described through a quadratic function.

From the time a baby is born to the time it reaches 36 months of age, there is dramatic growth in height and weight.

Functions are relationships between quantities that change. Written and hosted by internationally acclaimed math educator Dr.

In this Investigation we explore the definition of a Relation.

In this Math Lab we look at different mappings to define functions and relations.

In this Investigation we look at functions. This video is Segment 3 of a 4 segment series related to Functions and Relations.

In this Math Lab a hands-on toothpick activity is used to generate a non-linear function.

In this program, the TI-Nspire is used to explore the nature of quadratic functions.

In this Investigation we explore quadratic functions and their graphs.

In this Math Lab we explore how changing values of b affect the graph of a quadratic function.

In this Investigation we use a quadratic model to explore the path of a rocket into space.

In this Math Lab we look at a quadratic model for a rocket descending toward the Moon's surface.

This is part of a collection of math worksheets that are companions to interactive Desmos activities.

This is part of a collection of math worksheets that are companions to interactive Desmos activities.

This is part of a collection of math worksheets that are companions to interactive Desmos activities.

This is part of a collection of math worksheets that are companions to interactive Desmos activities.

This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator.

This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator.