B.C. The intricacies of a roller coaster are almost impossible to fathom. Not only are coasters highly technical and complex, but safety is a major concern, not to mention the laws of physics that must be employed. Mathematics allows the designers to ensure the safety of the roller coaster while making the ride as enjoyable as possible.
Designers have to be precise when it comes to their calculations.
You probably wouldn't like hearing that someone had made a mistake if you found yourself on a roller coaster car going 135 kilometres an hour or plunging the height of a 22-storey building. In groups of 2 to 3, brainstorm and sketch as many different examples of slopes as you can. For each drawing, create labels for each component of the slope. Post each of the drawings around the classroom. Also discuss the meanings of other associated terms, including slope, slant, rise, run, ramp, pitch, and plane.