Examine the power of technology while modeling with polynomial functions. Using the website wolfram alpha, learners develop a polynomial function to model the shape of a riverbed. Ultimately, they determine the flow rate through the river.

Concepts

polynomial functions, math modeling, curves, making predictions

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Allow learners to work with partners and complete the lesson independently

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils need access to the Internet or a graphing calculator
• A direct extension from lesson 14 in the series

Pros

• Incorporates a powerful technology tool that learners may find useful for other applications
• Practice problems provided allow individuals to extend their learning and solidify concepts learned

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSN-Q.A.2 HSA-SSE.A.2 HSA-APR.B.2 HSA-APR.B.3 HSA-APR.D.6 HSF-IF.C.7.c MP5