
Ferris Wheel Trigonometry Concepts

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9th - 10th Grade
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Thomas White
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main goal of applying trigonometric functions to a Ferris wheel scenario?
To apply trigonometric concepts to real-world situations
To determine the color of the Ferris wheel
To calculate the number of seats on the Ferris wheel
To understand the speed of the Ferris wheel
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it more logical to place the x-axis at ground level in a Ferris wheel problem?
To match the color of the Ferris wheel
To ensure all height values are positive
To align with the standard unit circle
To make calculations easier
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the context of a Ferris wheel, what does the amplitude represent?
The number of rotations per minute
The diameter of the Ferris wheel
The radius of the Ferris wheel
The speed of the Ferris wheel
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does a vertical shift in a Ferris wheel problem indicate?
The speed of the Ferris wheel
The color of the Ferris wheel
The loading position of the Ferris wheel
The height of the loading platform
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the phase shift represent in a Ferris wheel scenario?
The loading position relative to the ground
The speed of the Ferris wheel
The number of seats on the Ferris wheel
The height of the Ferris wheel
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does angular velocity affect the period of a Ferris wheel ride?
It alters the height of the Ferris wheel
It changes the number of seats on the Ferris wheel
It affects the time taken for one complete rotation
It determines the color of the Ferris wheel
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in solving a Ferris wheel problem?
Determining the color of the Ferris wheel
Drawing a simple diagram
Counting the number of seats
Calculating the speed of the Ferris wheel
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