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Resource Type: Contest Problem
Primary Level: Undergraduate

Take a Bath

Author: COMAP


Background:

Consider the effects on land from the melting of the north polar ice cap due to the predicted increase in global temperatures. Specifically, model the effects on the coast of Florida every ten years for the next 50 years due to the melting, with particular attention given to large metropolitan areas. Propose appropriate responses to deal with this. A careful discussion of the data used is an important part of the answer.

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©2008 by COMAP, Inc.
MCM Problem
Commentary: Yes (1) | Student Papers: Yes (4)

Mathematics Topics:

Math Modeling

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