Graphing the Garbage Problem

in Subject: Earth Science, Algebra I, Mathematics
Age Level: 9-12
Resource Type: Activities/Lesson Plans
Topic: Environmental Health, Waste Management/Recycling

Students will examine data about garbage production and graphically represent it in a scatter plot. Students will use the data to make predictions of future trends. They will also develop an understanding of the environmental impact of trash accumulation and the need for a plan to deal with potential garbage problems. The activity is written for use with a graphing calculator.

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