Global Positioning System I

This question examines the algebraic equations for three different spheres. The intersections of each pair of spheres are then studied, both using the equations and thinking about the geometry of the spheres.
Resource ID#: 42554 Type: Problem-Solving Task
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Keywords: global positioning system, GPS, spheres, three dimensional, 3-D, x axis, y axis, z axis, x-y-z coordinates, equation, intersection, visual approach, algebraic approach, illustrativemathematics.org, illustrative mathematics, tasks, mathematics, math, resource, free, freely available, problems-based learning, student activities
Instructional Component Type(s): Problem-Solving Task
Resource Collection: Illustrative Mathematics

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