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- Solar Toasters Project Letter (.pdf)
- Solar Toasters Project Letter (.doc)
- Handout: How to Find a Revenue Function (.pdf)
- Handout: How to Find a Revenue Function (.doc)
- Handout: Introduction to Revenue (.pdf)
- Handout: Introduction to Cost (.pdf)
- Handout: Introduction to Break Even (.pdf)
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Help a company maximize their profits! A detailed project-based learning activity examines two production scenarios. Your young scholars write a linear demand function. They then apply the function to develop a revenue, cost, and profit function. Their final analysis requires using the derivatives of the profit functions.
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Instructional Ideas
- Give as a performance task assessment at the conclusion of the unit
- Use the scaffolding resources to develop lessons throughout the unit
Classroom Considerations
- Requires an understanding of the relationship between profit, revenue, and cost
Pros
- Provides resources for concepts needed throughout the project
- Includes teacher notes to prepare for difficulties
Cons
- Does not include an answer key or scoring rubric