Least Squares and the 3:40-Minute Mile.

Oakley, Cletus O.; Baker, Justine C.

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Publication Date: 1977

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Least Squares and the 3:40-Minute Mile

Oakley, Cletus O.; Baker, Justine C.

Mathematics Teacher, 70, 4, 322-324, Apr 77

Annual records of the one-mile sun can be used to introduce a variety of statistical ideas including the scatter diagram, theoretical vs. observed values, and normal equations. (SD)

Descriptors: Algebra, Geometry, Instruction, Learning Activities, Mathematical Applications, Probability, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Statistics

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