Exponents Inquiry

Name(s): ___________________________________ Date: _______________________ Class: _______________ EXPONENTS INQUIRY Flex your inquiry muscles!!! I want you to research on the topic of exponents. What are the applications of exponents (outside of math class)? Give examples of meaningful applications of exponents and provide explanations with calculations for each example. Use the rubric below to guide your finished product. Ready, Set, Flex! Mark 4 Excellent

3 Good 2 Approachin g 1 Improveme nt Needed

Description Student’s research on the topic is thorough. Relevant, pertinent and interesting details are included. The question(s) is (are) answered completely and the answer is easy to understand. He/She uses very reliable sources and these sources are cited in the report. Student’s research is well-rounded. He/She included interesting details in their report. The question is answered satisfactorily. Answers to inquiry are written in an easy-to-follow and understand manner Student’s report is stating some facts. Some irrelevant and/or confusing details are also included. The question is somewhat answered but it is difficult to understand or not explained enough. The report is very basic and/or irrelevant. Facts are scarce and student needs to put more effort into the inquiry assignment. The student fails to answer the question satisfactorily.