Getting started with NumWorks

Fractions Linear functions Linear equations Linear regression

The objective of this activity is to introduce the NumWorks graphing calculator.

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Scavenger Hunt

Calculations Grapher Solver Statistics Regression

The objective of this activity is to introduce the NumWorks graphing calculator through a discovery-based scavenger hunt.

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Ice Cream

Modeling Optimization Pythagorean theorem Right triangle trigonometry

The objective of this activity is to optimize the distance between ice cream shops to determine the best location for the ice cream production center using geometry, the Pythagorean theorem, and trigonometry.

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Olympic Climbing

Midpoint Distance Average Rate of Change

The objective of this activity is to view a graphical representation of the Olympic Speed Climbing route and use the distance formula and the midpoint formula to answer questions. Students also explore how the rate of change varies during a race.

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Wire Problem

Optimization Area Perimeter Modeling

The objective of this activity is to optimize the area formed when a wire of a given length is cut and used to create two shapes.

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