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INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Algebra Application: Cicada Cycles
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INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Algebra Application: Cicada Cycles
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Algebra Application: Cicada Cycles
In this Algebra Application, students study the life cycles of 13- and 17-year cicadas, as well as the populations of bird predators. Students develop a mathematical model using spreadsheets and investigate why the prime number life cycles help the cicadas. The math topics covered include: Mathematical modeling, Data gathering and analysis, Percent increase and decrease, Prime numbers and composites. This real world application of math concepts will engage your students.
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| Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.RP.A.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.IF.C.8.B |
|---|---|
| Grade Range | 7 - 10 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Algebra • Ratios, Proportions, and Percents • Applications of Ratios, Proportions, and Percents • Percents • The Language of Math • Numerical Expressions |
| Copyright Year | 2021 |
| Keywords | cicadas, prime numbers, mathematical modeling, percent change, percent increase, percent decrease, population growth |