Interpreting Negative Results in an Angle Maximization Problem.

Duncan, David R.; Litwiller, Bonnie H.

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Publication Date: 1995

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Interpreting Negative Results in an Angle Maximization Problem.

Duncan, David R.; Litwiller, Bonnie H.

School Science and Mathematics, v95 n3 p131-32 Mar 1995

Presents a situation in which differential calculus is used with inverse trigonometric tangent functions to maximize an angle measure. A negative distance measure ultimately results, requiring a reconsideration of assumptions inherent in the initial figure. (Author/MKR)

Descriptors: Calculus, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Misconceptions, Number Concepts, Secondary Education, Trigonometry

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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