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Knot Activity

Students take measurements of a rope each time they add a knot. They make a scatter plot, find line of best fit and make predictions.

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Knot Activity

Students take measurements of a rope each time they add a knot. They make a scatter plot, find line of best fit and make predictions.

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Knot Tying Activity Name:

For this activity be sure to read and follow directions, label answers, and show work.

Needed: String Ruler Graph Paper Calculator

Step 1: Using the table below, tie the appropriate number of knots in your string and measure (use
centimeters). Fill in the table. (table will have num of knots, length, change in length). Use centimeters!
Number of Knots Length of Rope Change in Length
0 n/a
1
2
3
4
5

Step 2: Find the average change in length of the rope.


Step 3: Write an equation to represent the number of knots and the length of the rope. State what
variables you use and what they stand for. Hint: the average change in length will be used.


Step 4: Fill in the new table below using equation to find the missing information.
Number of Knots Length of Rope
0
1
2
3
4
5

Step 5: Using your graph paper, graph the equation. Label the axes.


Questions:
1) According to your graph, how long is the string with zero knots?


2) According to your graph, how many knots does it take to make a length of 0 cm?


3) According to your equation, how long is the string with 5 knots?



4) According to your equation, how long is the string with 50 knots?



5) If you want your rope to be 10 cm, how many knots would you need? Explain how you found your
answer.

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