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Algebra 1

7.5.0 Lesson Overview

Algebra 17.5.0 Lesson Overview

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In this lesson, you will construct quadratic functions to represent various situations, investigate the movement of free-falling objects, analyze the vertical distances that falling objects travel over time, and see that they can be described by quadratic functions.

When you finish this lesson, you will be able to:

  • Explain the meaning of the terms in a quadratic expression that represents the height of a falling object.
  • Use tables, graphs, and equations to represent the height of a falling object.

Here are the activities that will help you reach those goals:

  • 7.5.1: Numerical Patterns
  • 7.5.2: A Time-Distance Quadratic Model
    • 7.5.2: Self Check
    • 7.5.2: Additional Resources
  • 7.5.3: Distance as a Quadratic Function of Elapsed Time
    • 7.5.3: Self Check
    • 7.5.3: Additional Resources
  • 7.5.4: A Quadratic Expression that Represents the Relationship Between Distance and Time

After that, you’ll practice and review.

  • 7.5.5: Practice
  • 7.5.6: Lesson Summary
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