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The Cantor Set

The Cantor Set

This math lesson from Illuminations asks students to explore a non-numeric sequence and apply concepts of infinite series to geometric sequences. The concept of the Cantor Set is also introduced. The activity includes student worksheets, and is intended for grades 9-12. It would be most effective if used just after students have learned about infinite geometric series. The lesson should require 1 class period to complete....

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Mathematics -- Geometry, NSDL, Mathematics, Education, Mathematics -- Instructional Issues
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 27, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
August 30, 2017
Author:
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Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
High School, College General Ed
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
Cost Involved:
No
Source Code Available:
No
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Unknown

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