As the modern medicine and effective food methods become increasingly efficient, humans are able to populate more and more of the Earth. However, as we approach a net population of just over 7 billion and the Earth only holding a population threshold of over 12 billion, we must ask ourselves how long do we have before we overcome Earth’s population threshold?
With the help of a trusty TI-83 calculator teachers and students alike can find the answer to that question and more. Just follow the link lesson plan below to start an interactive and real-world activity that the students are sure to find relevant and engaging.