It's all relative! A video introduces the concept that the relative rate of growth is the rate of growth relative to the dependent variable, and then compares the equation of the standard model and the relative growth version.

Concepts

growth rate, population, differential equations, differential calculus, rate of change

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the video to introduce relative rates of growth
• Lead a discussion about the difference between relative rates and rates of growth

Classroom Considerations

• The class should know how to calculate a rate of growth

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Reviews the growth rate expression
• Developed for AP Calculus

Cons

• None