1. Why do we study parabolas?
How are they used in the real world?

2. Parabolas are used in many construction projects

3. Evil Kneivel used a parabolic path to jump long distances

4. Roller coasters use the properties of parabolas

5. Many circuses have human “cannon ball” acts
Many circuses have human “cannon ball” acts. They must know parabolic motion to know where to put the net.

6. Another jump by the famous evil Knievel

7. The bridge at San Francisco Bay has parabolic supports above the bridge

8. The famous “Golden Arches”

9. Older bridges had parabolic supports underneath the bridge

10. Another example of parabolas used in architecture

11. A Leaf Spring is used on many vehicles especially those all-terrain vehicles

12. Many mirrors are parabolic for the reflective properties

13. St. Louis Arch has its’ quadratic equation on a plaque by the door

14. Parabolic legs on a table

15. Many video games use properties of parabolas

16. A satellite dish is a perfect example. It’s focus reflects waves.

17. Any projectile (bullet, arrow, ball) follows a parabolic path

18. The parabolic distance the golf ball travels depends on how hard the ball is hit and at what angle.

19. Flashlights reflect light from a tiny bulb off a parabolic shield to produce a big light.

20. The Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas use parabolic motion in unison.

22. Now you know why we study parabolas!!!!!
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