Mathematics


 * Since fishing is a major sport in Plymouth, we would like to know how wide the Roanoke River is straight across. We will use these measurements in an informational brochure about Plymouth, N.C.




 * Use a picture of the river, such as the one above, or an aerial view using Google Maps ([|google maps]) to determine the distance across the river.


 * You will need to use your prior knowledge of similarity to determine the distance.


 * You will also need to know the actual distance between two objects in the picture.


 * Present your findings in a multimedia presentation (powerpoint, graphic organizer, brochures, etc).

back to home page
 * Be sure to include your picture with a diagram of the shape used to find the width of the river, your math, and the final findings.
 * Then incorporate how this information impacts its usage, especially involving tourism.