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Welcome!
Here you will learn about Conic Sections, which are cross-sections of a cone. Depending on the direction a cone is cut, its cross-section can look very different. Some of the most common type of graphs (such as the circle and parabola) all fit within this family of graphs formed by a cone. This topic follows on from Level 2 Graphical Methods and looks at modelling with all four conic sections: the circle, ellipse, hyperbola and parabola. You will also learn about two different types of equations for graphs: Cartesian (which you're used to) and parametric (which is new at Level 3).
Below are different types of learning resources that you can access - videos, worksheets and the workbook. Have a look!
This workbook covers all the basics for circles, ellipses, hyperbolas and parabolas. It's a good idea to go through this book from start to finish, and there are answers at the back for you to check your progress.
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Conic Sections booklet.pdfCircle
Circle
When you have finished this video, complete workbook pages 5 - 8 and check your answers from the back of the book.
Ellipse
Ellipse
When you have finished this video, complete workbook pages 12 - 15 and check your answers from the back of the book.
Hyperbola
Hyperbola
When you have finished this video, complete workbook pages 20 - 23 and check your answers from the back of the book.
Achieved level practice
Achieved level practice
Watch the video below, and try the worksheet.
You might want to try the question in the video first, before seeing how it's done.
The formula list here will be given to you during assessments. This means you don't have to memorise them, but you should be comfortable with using them.
Conics Ach 1.pdfThere are no answers given for this worksheet. If you do complete it, contact your Maths teacher for feedback.
Merit level practice
Merit level practice
At the Merit level we explore situations which involve unknown values. Watch the video below and attempt the accompanying worksheet.
Merit Level Practice.pdfThere are no answers given for this worksheet. If you do complete it, contact your Maths teacher for feedback.
Parabola
Parabola
When you have finished this video, complete workbook pages 20 - 23 and check your answers from the back of the book.
Note: this is only required if going for excellence
Practice Test
Practice Test
Once you've completed all the learning from above, have a go at the following practice test!
Practice Test.pdfThere are no answers given for this practice. If you do complete it, contact your Maths teacher for feedback.
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