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Discovering an Optimal Property of the Median.
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Schwertman, Neil C. – Mathematics Teacher, 1999
Encourages students to use reasoning and quantitative problem-solving skills to discover the solution to an important practical problem related to absolute-value function and statistical median. (ASK)
Descriptors: Functions (Mathematics), Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving
Discovering an Optimal Property of the Mean.
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Schwertman, Neil C. – Mathematics Teacher, 2000
Presents activities designed to introduce a mathematical idea having several applications for determining the optimal location for a radio station's transmitter and the best locations for a fire station. Includes student worksheets and solutions. (KHR)
Descriptors: Calculus, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Instruction