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Vector Multiplied by a Scalar: Boat Race InteractiveVector Multiplied by a Scalar: Boat Race Interactive
Publisher
CK-12 Foundation
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Grade
11th - Higher Ed
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Interactives
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Duration
30 mins
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Direct Instruction
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Video
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Year
2015
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Vector Multiplied by a Scalar: Boat Race

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This Vector Multiplied by a Scalar: Boat Race interactive also includes:
  • Multiplying a Vector be a Scalar
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Find the right number of vectors to get to the finish line. Using a boat race scenario, pupils add multiples of the same vector together. The scholars use scalar multiplication to speed up the boats in an exciting race to the finish. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

vectors, scalar numbers, multiplication, knots, boats

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Remind the class that multiplication is the same as repeated addition

Classroom Considerations

  • Users must sign up for a free CK-12 account
  • The class should understand how to add vectors

Pros

  • Allows the learner to view the correct answer
  • The supplemental material provides instruction on how to multiply the components of a vector by a scalar

Cons

  • Questions three and four incorrectly use the speed knots, and the hints provide incorrect information

Common Core

HSN-VM.B.5.a HSN-VM.B.5.b

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