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Real-World Linear Programming

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Explore linear programming on a website game. Partners solve a real-world problem by setting up an objective function and a linear inequality. They graph their results on chart paper and also using a calculator before presenting their work to the class. Rubrics are included.

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linear equations, equations, linear equations applications, math applications, real-world applications, linear inequalities, inequalities, objective functions

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linear equations, linear inequality, linear programming problems, objective function, applications of linear equations, math
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Grade
9th - 12th
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Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
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Collaborative Learning
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