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