MMA.MATH.5.B
Use exponential models available through technology to model growth and decay in areas, including radioactive decay.
Mathematical Models with Applications · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
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Skills
- use (exponential models to represent real-world phenomena) #dok2
- apply (technology to create and analyze exponential models) #dok2
- interpret (the significance of exponential growth and decay in various contexts) #dok3
- model (radioactive decay and other exponential scenarios using technology) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify situations that involve exponential growth or decay. #dok1
- I can describe exponential models in the context of real-world scenarios. #dok1
- I can use technology to construct exponential models for real data sets. #dok2
- I can apply exponential models to solve problems involving growth and decay. #dok2
- I can analyze the parameters of an exponential model to explain its impact on growth or decay. #dok3
- I can compare different exponential models to determine which best fits a given situation. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Exponential models are powerful tools for representing real-world phenomena involving rapid growth or decay, such as population growth and radioactive decay.
- Technology enables more accurate and efficient creation, analysis, and interpretation of exponential models in real-world contexts.
Essential Questions
- How can exponential models be used to represent real-world situations involving growth and decay?
- In what ways does technology assist in creating and analyzing exponential models?
- What are some important differences between linear and exponential growth?
- How can interpreting the parameters of an exponential model help us understand real-world problems?
- How can we use exponential models to predict future values in situations like radioactive decay?