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Quadratic Equations in the real world Quadratic Equations in the real world The question “When will I ever use this in real life?” is often posed in math classes. In at least two paragraphs, explain a “real life” situation where you may one day need to use your knowledge of quadratic equations. Rubric Code: HX55AAX By jtadrous Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Math Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12, Undergraduate

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	0 0 pts	1 1 pts	2 2 pts	3 3 pts
Spelling/Mechanics	0 More than 5 Spelling/Punctuation errors.	1 3-4 Spelling/Punctuation errors.	2 1-2 Spelling/Punctuation errors.	3 No spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors.
Paragraph Structure	0 Few paragraphs begin with a topic sentence & end with a concluding sentence, with 2 or more sentences relating to the topic in-between.	1 Some paragraphs begin with a topic sentence & end with a concluding sentence, with 2 or more sentences relating to the topic in-between.	2 Most paragraphs begin with a topic sentence & ends with a concluding sentence, with 2 or more sentences relating to the topic in-between.	3 Every paragraph begins with a topic sentence & ends with a concluding sentence, with 2 or more sentences relating to the topic in-between.
Quantity of Information	0 No specific example of a real life quadratic equation use is given.	1 Gives a specific example of a real life quadratic equation use, but does not support it. Or gives an unspecific example of a real life quadratic equation use.	2 Gives a specific example of a real life quadratic equation use, supported by at only 2-3 good sentences.	3 Gives a specific example of a real life quadratic equation use, supported by at least 4-5 good sentences.
Accuracy	0 The overall essay does not demonstrate students understanding and comprehension of quadratic equations.	1 The overall essay demonstrates students partial understanding and comprehension of quadratic equations with an inaccurate example of how they may be used in real life.	2 The overall essay demonstrates students partial understanding and comprehension of quadratic equations with an accurate example of how they may be used in real life.	3 The overall essay demonstrates students understanding and comprehension of quadratic equations with an accurate example of how they may be used in real life.
Writing Style	0 Missing any 3 or all things on the list ---->	1 Missing any 2 things on the list ---->	2 Missing anything on the list ---->	3 1) Flows smoothly 2) Sentence structure varies. 3) Variety of word choice. 4) Expressive, has voice.