Transform your function! You know that functions can be used to model any number of phenomena
and systems. We have seen that transformations allow functions to shift
around on the coordinate plana, to stretch, compress and Nip. Choose ona
of the projects below and study how you can transform functions to meet
real-world challenges
Radio Telescope
Because of its special reflective properties, a
parabola is an ideal shape for collecting
weak radio signals. The European Space
Agency has asked you to write an equation
for the parabolic dish of their new radio
telescope. It is parallel to the ground and
should have the following dimensions:
Width of dish: 60 m
Depth of dish: 10 m
Height above ground love measured from
the bottom of the dish som
Horrontal distance from the bottom of the
dish to the control room the origin: 100 m
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