In this project, students apply what they know about right triangle trigonometry to estimate the height of a tall object on campus. They create their own clinometer and use it to collect data. Students love getting outside to collect data, and they love working with a real-life application of these concepts!
Please download the preview file for information about supplies (string, straws, and coins) and setup.
You will download a .zip file from which two files (one .doc and one .xls) can be e