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Half-Life

Subject Area
Math: Precalculus: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Level
9-12
Activity Time
30 Minutes
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Half-Life

Activity Overview

Students will explore exponential decay through an experiment and use the gathered data to generate an exponential regression equation. Students will then repeat the process with a data set and forecast future results.

Before the Activity

Download the attached PDF and look over the information on the first page. Distribute the student worksheet for use during the activity.

During the Activity

Discuss the material from the activity pages with students as needed.

After the Activity

Encourage students to summarize what they have learned from completing the activity.

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Subject Area
Math: Precalculus: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Level
9-12
Activity Time
30 Minutes
TI Calculator
TI-83 Plus Family
TI-84 Plus
TI-84 Plus Silver Edition
TI-89 / TI-89 Titanium
Resource Types
Lessons
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