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Find the connection between trigonometry and tornadoes. Pairs investigate a tornado in Joplin, Mo., and use trigonometry to find its size. The pupils determine the path of the tornado and find the distance needed to travel to help participate in the cleanup before calculating a budget to execute the plan.
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- Assumes the class previously completed Lesson 1 and 2
- Requires individuals to solve right triangle problems
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