Using Traffic Data to Reinforce Inflection Points
in Subject: Mathematics, Calculus
Age Level: 9-12
Resource Type: Activities/Lesson Plans
Topic: Energy, Land Use
Age Level: 9-12
Resource Type: Activities/Lesson Plans
Topic: Energy, Land Use
Students will use real data from morning rush hour on Chicago expressways to examine piece-wise regression. To make the scenario more interesting and relevant, students will discuss the problems caused by excessive traffic. The activity is written for use with a graphing calculator.
Image: William Anthony Granville, Ph.D., LL.D.
