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Angles of Depression and Elevation

Subject Area
Math: Geometry: Right Triangles and Trig
Level
9-12
Activity Time
50 Minutes
TI Calculator
TI-84 series
Resource Types
Lessons

Angles of Depression and Elevation

Activity Overview

In this TI-84 activity, students will discuss the graphical and algebraic relationships between Angles of Depression and Elevation.

Objectives

  • Students will discuss the graphical and algebraic relationships between Angles of Depression and Elevation.
  • Students will revisit and apply their right triangle trigonometry skills.
  • Students will try to make a connection with how to understand these topics in IB Mathematics courses and on their final assessments.

Vocabulary

  • Angle of Elevation
  • Parallel
  • Bearing
  • Angle of Depression
  • Alternate Interior Angles

About the Lesson

The prior knowledge needed for this activity is understanding what the angles of depression and elevation are and what their relationship is with one another. Students will revisit and apply their right triangle trigonometry skills, and discuss the graphical and algebraic relationships between Angles of Depression and Elevation.

Subject Area
Math: Geometry: Right Triangles and Trig
Level
9-12
Activity Time
50 Minutes
TI Calculator
TI-84 series
Resource Types
Lessons
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