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Quadratic Word Problems Lesson

The document outlines a Year 10 mathematics lesson focused on applying quadratic equations to real-world scenarios. It includes learning objectives, example problems, and strategies for solving word problems using quadratic equations. Additionally, it features class tasks, an exit ticket, and optional homework challenges to reinforce the concepts learned.

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Quadratic Word Problems Lesson

The document outlines a Year 10 mathematics lesson focused on applying quadratic equations to real-world scenarios. It includes learning objectives, example problems, and strategies for solving word problems using quadratic equations. Additionally, it features class tasks, an exit ticket, and optional homework challenges to reinforce the concepts learned.

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Unlocking Real-World Puzzles:

Quadratic Equations in Action


• Year 10 Stage 5 Advanced Mathematics –
Algebra
Learning Objectives
• • Represent real-life scenarios using quadratic
equations
• • Solve quadratic equations using factorisation
or the quadratic formula
• • Interpret and validate solutions in context
Starter Activity – Real-World
Context
• Question: If a ball is thrown into the air, when
will it hit the ground?
• Visual: Image of a basketball shot / parabolic
arc
• Prompt: Let’s explore how algebra helps us
solve such questions!
Strategy for Word Problems
• 1. Define the variable
• 2. Form the equation
• 3. Solve using a method
• 4. Interpret the result
Example 1 – Rectangle Area
• Problem: Length is 3 m more than width. Area
= 40 m².
• Let width = x, then length = x + 3
• x(x + 3) = 40 → x² + 3x - 40 = 0
• Factor: (x + 8)(x - 5) = 0 → x = 5
• Dimensions: 5 m and 8 m
Example 2 – Consecutive Integers
• Product of two consecutive integers is 132.
• Let x and x+1 → x(x + 1) = 132
• x² + x - 132 = 0 → (x + 12)(x - 11) = 0
• x = 11 → Integers: 11, 12
Example 3 – Triangle Geometry
• Hypotenuse = 13 cm. One side is 5 cm more
than the other.
• Let one side = x, other = x+5
• x² + (x+5)² = 169 → 2x² + 10x - 144 = 0
• x = 6 → Sides: 6 cm, 11 cm
Example 4 – Revenue Maximisation
• Price = ₹100, 500 tickets sold. Every ₹10
increase reduces 25 tickets.
• x = number of ₹10 increases
• Revenue = (100 + 10x)(500 - 25x) = -250x² +
2500x + 50000
• Vertex: x = 5 → Price = ₹150
Class Task
• Solve 2-3 real-world problems from
worksheet:
• • Triangle area
• • Age product
• • ROI problem
• Instruction: Show working and justify your
answers
Exit Ticket
• Question: A rectangular garden has area 60
m².
• Length is 2 m more than twice width.
• Let width = x → Length = 2x + 2
• x(2x + 2) = 60 → 2x² + 2x - 60 = 0
Wrap-up
• • What did you learn today?
• • How does algebra help in real-world
situations?
• Visual Prompt: Image collage of sports,
architecture, and finance
Homework Challenge (Optional)
• A ball is thrown: h(t) = -5t² + 20t + 1.
• When does it reach max height?
• When does it hit the ground?
• Use: Vertex formula and quadratic formula

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