Mathematical modelling: Pizza problem

In this lesson, students are provided with a real-world problem related to takeaway pizza. The problem centres around gathering evidence as they investigate the claim: ‘A company claims that their new size gives customers 50% more pizza’. Introduce the 4-step problem-solving model to guide students to use mathematical modelling.

Resource details
Year level: Year 7
Purpose: Teaching resource
Strand: Number
Topic: Mathematical modelling Using units of measurement
Audience: Teachers
Format: Webpage
Australian Curriculum code: AC9M7N09 AC9M7M03
Numeracy progression: Additive strategies (P10) Multiplicative strategies (P9) Proportional thinking (P2, P3) Understanding money (P8)
Publisher: Commonwealth of Australia
Other terms: Maths Hub lesson plan