It's nice to know that there are actual real-world uses of derivatives. Scholars review their knowledge of the applications of derivatives from the unit. They work on a set of practice problems to test their understanding.

Concepts

derivatives, differential calculus, related rates, tangent lines, velocity, acceleration, motion, limits, real-world applications

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have learners review their notes from the unit before attempting the worksheet
  

Classroom Considerations

• This is the last of eight installments in Unit 4 - Contextual Applications
• Requires a graphing calculator for some of the problems
  

Pros

• Some questions on the worksheet are similar to those on the AP® exam
• Includes a corrective assignment with an accompanying answer key
  

Cons

• None