The Lighthouse Problem

This problem asks students to model phenomena on the surface of the earth by examining the visibility of the lamp in a lighthouse from a boat.
Resource ID#: 44596 Type: Problem-Solving Task
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students , Parents
Suggested Technology: Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 15 Minute(s)
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Instructional Component Type(s): Problem-Solving Task
Resource Collection: Illustrative Mathematics

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