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Exploring Linear Equations through Air Travel!
In this unit we will be extending our understanding of linear equations. More importantly we will introduce the concept of unit rate. Instead of experimenting with Spaghetti Bridges, we will collect data through airline websites such as united.com. By collecting time, distance, and cost data, students will explore the relationship between time vs. distance and time vs. cost when it comes to air travel. Students will then use Excel to create Best Fit Lines as well as use their data to extract a slope and y-intercept of that line. Lastly they will analyze their data and equations to further understand the relationships between time, distance, and cost of flying.

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