Find a statistical reason for a fresh start. Using a hypothetical scenario, individuals research statistical data of three different cities. Their goal? Find the best statistical reason for a business to move to a new location. Their conclusions come from the analysis of lines of best fit.

Concepts

statistics, scatter plots, line of best fit, correlation coefficient, slope, y-intercepts, making predictions

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Change the lesson to highlight a local business and cities instead of the generic example

Classroom Considerations

• Learners should understand the characteristics of linear functions prior to the lesson
• Provide individuals with devices with Internet access for research

Pros

• Provides a detailed teacher guide to help facilitate the lesson
• Incorporates time for peer reflection

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSF-IF.B.4 HSF-IF.B.6 HSS-ID.B.5 HSS-ID.B.6.a HSS-ID.B.6.b HSS-ID.B.6.c