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1.10. Lesson 1 Summary

Mathematics 20-3 Module 3

Section 1: Slope—Physical Objects

 

Lesson 1 Summary

 

This is a photo of a person doing a snowboarder nose press on the handrail of some stairs covered with snow.

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In this lesson you saw slope in roofs, stairs, ramps, pieces of equipment, and in nature. You shared and discussed ways of describing slope and the safety issues surrounding slopes. You also learned that the formula used to calculate slope is made up of vertical distance, called the rise, and horizontal distance, called the run.

 

In Lesson 2 you will use your knowledge of slope and safety to calculate slope to ensure safety standards are met.