Cubic equations are often considered obscure and difficult to solve. Despite this, they have many practical applications. Often, designing a problem helps to clarify misconceptions and provide meaning.
• Create a 4- to 6-page paper (not including the title and references pages) in a Word document for your response. Use APA format for the paper and in-text citations.
• Create a title page and references page in APA format.
• Develop an introduction and conclusion for your paper.
• Follow the step directions to complete the assignment.
Step 1. Investigate
Use several sources to investigate the history of cubic equations. Make note of the dates, events, and relevance to the time period. Display the key events in a format of your choice.
Step 2. Choose and Justify
Select a video or other resource for demonstrating cubic equations to recommend to classmates. Provide the title, a brief summary, a rationale for selection, and the link.
Step 3. Develop
Using your knowledge and research, develop a hands-on, real-world activity to help others discover cubic equations.
Step 4. Design
Design a cubic problem, set equal to 0.
Step 5. Calculate
Use the cubic formula to find the x intercepts. Show your work. Point out potential misconceptions which may arise in the problem-solving process.
Step 6. Graph
Graph the results of the cubic problem in Step 5.
Step 7. Reflect
Reflect on why identifying mathematical misconceptions helps to clarify concepts and develop meaning.
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