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Reflections

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners explore reflection of polygons on a coordinate plane. They examine the relationships that exist between corresponding points and sides. 
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Rainbows, Bridges & Weather, Oh My!

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Explore how real-world applications can be parabolic in nature and how to find quadratic functions that best fit data. A number of different examples of modeling parabolas are explored including a student scavenger hunt, the exploration...
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An Introduction to the Natural Logarithm (ln)

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the dose response principle, an introduction to what the "natural log" (ln) is and how it behaves. They create and analyze a dose response graph.
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Worksheet #6, Exponents, Interest, and Radioactive Decay of Isotopes

For Students 11th - 12th
In this calculus worksheet, students sketch graphs of given exponential functions. They compute the principal needed to have a given ending balance when the interest is compounded at varying times. Students use a simple exponential model...
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How Much Data is That?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students differentiate between exponential and logarithmic functions. In this algebra lesson, students use logarithmic properties to solve equations. They identify growth and decay of graphs.
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Worksheet 28 - Spring 1996

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math learning exercise, students examine the graph in polar coordinates of r = f(θ). Then they sketch a graph of the modified functions indicated.
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Worksheet #12 - Logarithms

For Teachers 10th - 12th
In this worksheet, young scholars convert exponential expressions into an equivalent logarithm and visa versa. They find the exact value of logarithmic expressions and determine the domain of a given function. Finally, students use...
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Exploring Quadratic Equations

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed Standards
By stretching and translating the parabola given and determining the effects on the equation, students explore finding the vertex and zeros of a parabola and relate them to the equation. Students also view the intercept form to determine...
Assessment
Illustrative Mathematics

Modeling London's Population

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Looking at London's population from 1801–1961 in 20 year increments, high school mathematicians determine if the data can be modeled by a given logistic growth equation. They explain their thinking and determine the values of each...
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Logarithmic Transformations of Data

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students investigate and study logarithmic equations. In this precalculus lesson, students analyze the data behind the function. They define each graph as positive, negative or no correlation. They find the line of best fit.
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Linear and Exponential Models

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners investigate the differences between linear and exponential models.  In this linear and exponential models lesson, students make a table of given data.  Learners determine if the data is linear or exponential by...
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Oodles of Poodles

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students solve equations by graphing. In this algebra lesson, students differentiate between functions and relations. They use the TI to graph their equation and analyze the graph.
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Exponential Decay

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Students study exponential decay and its application to radiocarbon dating. In this exponential decay lesson, students use candy to model the time it takes for something to decay. Students also graph the data they collect and...
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Will Exams Be Cancelled?

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
If the flu outbreak continues, exams will have to be canceled. Investigate the properties of exponential and logarithmic functions. In this algebra lesson, students use the TI to examine and differentiate between exponential growth and...
Worksheet
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Quiz: Solve for the Unknown - Logarithms

For Students 10th - 12th
In this logarithm worksheet, students solve for the unknown. With the assistance of a graphing calculator, they identify the value of one variable. This one-page worksheet includes ten problems which contain one variable with integers.
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Kenan Fellows

Half-Life

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Scholars shake their way to understanding half-life with the help of candy. They observe and record which side candy lands on to graph the exponential decay in the fifth instructional activity of seven integrating chemistry and algebra....
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Classifying Functions

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders sort different types of functions including rational, periodic, exponential, polynomial, quadratic, logarithmic and linear using "function cards." The functions are displayed in multiple representations including...
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Exponential vs. Power

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Pupils differentiate between exponential and power functions. They identify the base, exponent and properties of exponential functions. They also graph the functions using the TI calculator.
Activity
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A Model Solar System

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
If Earth is modeled by a grapefruit, what planet could be represented by a golf ball? This activity uses everyday and not-so-everyday objects to create a model of the Solar System.
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What is Log?

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Young mathematicians differentiate between logs and natural logs in this algebra lesson. They solve functions and logarithmic functions. Learners also graph and rewrite the exponential and log functions.
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Solving Exponential Equations

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Solving exponential and logarithmic equations is taught in this interactive lesson. High schoolers use properties of logarithm and exponents solve functions. They estimate the solution and use the Ti to find the exact solution.
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PreCalculus: Final Examination

For Students 10th - 12th
In this final examination worksheet, students find the tangent function and sine function.  They graph problems on a polar coordinate.  Students describe trigonometric properties.  This twelve-page worksheet contains 80...
Worksheet
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Mathematics B: New York High School Test

For Students 11th - 12th
In this mathematics activity, students solve problems pertaining to high school mathematics. Problems include topics such as finding the sine, cosine and tangent. They graph functions, work with statistics, solve measurement problems,...
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Precalculus: Function Models for Real-Life Situations

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students use calculators and "by hand" techniques to compare models of real-life data situations, determine the best model for a situation, and use their models to make predictions.