Applicable TEKS Grade 5: 5.4(B): Represent mathematical relationships between two quantities in a table, graph, or equation. 5.5(B): Solve problems involving multiplication and division of whole numbers. Grade 6: 6.3(C): Solve problems involving ratios and rates. 6.4(B): Represent a proportional relationship between two quantities. Grade 7: 7.3(B): Represent a proportional relationship between two quantities using an equation in the form y = kx, where k is the constant of proportionality. 7.4(A): Solve problems involving ratios and rates. Grade 8: 8.2(B): Solve problems involving linear equations. Example: A linear equation can be used to represent the relationship between miles traveled and gallons of gas used, with the slope of the line representing the miles per gallon. 8.4(A): Graph linear equations. Example: A graph can be used to visualize the relationship between miles traveled and gallons of gas used, with the slope of the line representing the miles per gallon.
Here is a math activity that has students learn statistics about Boeing 757 and 767 aircraft. Students have to calculate the ratio of miles per gallon for each aircraft. They also learn about the passengers onboard United Flight 93 which crashed in Shanksville Pennsylvania on September 11th 2001. Students also calculate percentages concerning the vacant seats on that plane.
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