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Bank on geometry to line up the shot. The resource asks the class to determine the location to bank a cue ball in a game of billiards. Using their knowledge, class members determine where to hit the bumper to make a shot and discuss their approach with classmates.
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Instructional Ideas
- Lead a discussion on how geometry can be beneficial in a variety of games
- Investigate finding bank angles
Classroom Considerations
- The class should be comfortable with similar triangles, transformations, and coordinate geometry
Pros
- Discusses different approaches students can take
- Provides reasoning for suggested instructional actions
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