SkyHighScrapers

Find the specific quadratic function that best fits pressure vs. wind velocity data, and use it to determine the pressure on a planned structure for given wind speeds.

Subject: Mathematics
Topics: Algebra—Quadratic Equations and Functions
Grades: 8 - 12
Concepts:
- Quadratic
Knowledge and Skills:
- Can determine the equation of a quadratic function that closely matches a set of points
- Given the equation of a specific quadratic relation, can rapidly sketch its graph

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Structural EngineeringStructural Engineering:

To design buildings that don't fall down, you need to know how your materials will respond to forces such as gravity, wind, and earthquakes.
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