Slope and Deep Sea Sharks

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Subject(s): Mathematics, Science
Grade Level(s): 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Keywords: shark, research, chip, cotton, regression, line, slope, model, florida, state, university, deep sea, biology, statistics, linear, growth rate, fish, reproduction
Instructional Component Type(s): Perspectives Video: Professional/Enthusiast

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