Rugby and Mathematics: A Surprising Link among Geometry, the Conics, and Calculus.

Jones, Troy; Jackson, Steven

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ERIC Number: EJ670420

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Publication Date: 2001

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Rugby and Mathematics: A Surprising Link among Geometry, the Conics, and Calculus.

Jones, Troy; Jackson, Steven

Mathematics Teacher, v94 n8 p649-54 Nov 2001

Describes a rugby problem designed to help students understand the maximum-minimum situation. Presents a series of explorations that locate an optimal place for kicking the ball to maximize the angle at the goalposts. Uses interactive geometry software to construct a model of the situation. Includes a sample student activity. (KHR)

Descriptors: Calculus, Geometry, Graphing Calculators, Interdisciplinary Approach, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Education, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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