Solving Projectile Motion Problems with Quadratics
Model projectile motion with quadratic equations and find maximum height, flight time, and landing distance.

Model projectile motion with quadratic equations and find maximum height, flight time, and landing distance.
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Translate real-world problems into quadratic equations, solve them, and use technology to fit quadratic models to data and make predictions.
solve quadratic equations having real solutions by factoring, taking square roots, completing the square, and applying the quadratic formula; and
apply mathematics to problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace;
use a problem-solving model that incorporates analyzing given information, formulating a plan or strategy, determining a solution, justifying the solution, and evaluating the problem-solving process and the reasonableness of the solution;