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Is foot length to forearm length a linear association? The class collects data of fellow scholars' foot length and the length of their forearms. They plot the data and find a line of best fit. Using that line, they make predictions of other people's body part lengths.
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Instructional Ideas
- Gather data from outside the class to increase the age range
- Lead a discussion on limitations of predictions based upon collected data
Classroom Considerations
- The class should be able to determine the equation of a line given a graph
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- Includes journal writing prompts
- Contains extension suggestions
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