quadratic equation

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MARS, Shell Center, University of Nottingham
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Mathematics
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
9, 10, 11, 12
High (9-12)

This lesson unit is intended to help you assess how well students are able to solve quadratics in one variable. In particular, the lesson will help you identify and help students who have the following difficulties:

  • Making sense of a real life situation and deciding on the math to
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Suspension Bridges

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Stanford Center for Assessment, Learning, and Equity (SCALE)
Theresa Morris
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Mathematics
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
8, 9, 10
Middle (6-8)
High (9-12)

Students will apply knowledge of parabolic curves to a real life situation to recommend the height of a main cable that will reduce the cost to build a suspension bridge.  There are two options.  This can be done as an “on demand” task by using questions 1-6 or can be a more complex task by...

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Providence Schools
Vivian Vargas
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Mathematics
Algebra 1
9
High (9-12)

This is a one week long performance task in which students creatively apply their mathematical knowledge and reasoning skills to solve a problem: Explaining mathematically the vertical motion of planets in the solar system. Students will practice using computational, technological, and...