Mathematics A-Level
parametric modelling
What parametric modelling means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for WJEC.
Definition of parametric modelling
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Using parametric equations in modelling in a variety of contexts, including kinematics and physical modelling.
Topics that use parametric modelling
Related terms
- motion in a plane
- parameter elimination
- parametric equations
- projectile trajectories
- time as parameter
- Cartesian conversion
Using parametric modelling in the exam
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