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Slope Application Involving Production Costs (Example) Instructional VideoSlope Application Involving Production Costs (Example) Instructional Video
Publisher
Mathispower4u
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Grade
8th - 11th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
3:01
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
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Year
2011
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Slope Application Involving Production Costs (Example)

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Illuminate the importance of slope with a video that provides an example of a real-world context involving slope and rate of change. Viewers see how to apply the slope formula to determine the increase in cost per solar panel.

4 Views 3 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

slope, rate of change, slope formula, cost

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Use the resource as part of an intervention strategy

Classroom Considerations

  • Pupils must have experience with the slope formula
  • Knowledge of substitution is a must
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Use of different colors helps differentiate between the two points
  • Clear, concise explanations clarify the concept

Cons

  • None

Common Core

8.F.B.4

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