Index numbers are used to describe exponential growth. These numbers, which are repeated multiplication, quickly explode.
Exponential growth describes how living things in God’s world grow. Humans model these patterns to understand them, and then use this knowledge to serve their communities.
Workbook (adapt as needed)
- Cover page
- Activity – viral spread
- Activity – discovering index number patterns
- Activity – index numbers: searching for laws
- Viral spread – solutions and teacher suggestions
Discussion questions
- Does exponential growth go on forever?
- Will it become infinity?
- Give an example from real life to support your answer.
“To affirm a relationship to the physical reality of creation, the very life source of mathematics, is to ultimately affirm accountability to the Creator of that reality”
Nickel, 2001, p. 283