Optimizing iPhone Color Production
by Deepak Arora
In this real-world STEM lesson, students take on the role of product planners at Apple to determine the optimal production mix of iPhone 16 colors that maximize profit while considering demand, capacity, and material constraints. They learn linear programming by formulating a mathematical model and defining decision variables, objective functions, and constraints. Students solve the problem using graphical methods or software, interpret solutions, and discuss implications. A hands-on group project reinforces learning by applying linear programming to related product mix optimization scenarios. The lesson incorporates differentiation, enrichment, and practical applications to build problem-solving and mathematical modeling skills.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/17YD-rKqot5uhDh-uNdgJHFYPgf0HHUs1/edit?u…Subject Area
Technology 3. Knowledge Constructor 5. Computational Thinker Engineering S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering Mathematics Expressions and Equations (EE) Functions (F) Algebra (A) Reasoning with Functions and Relations (RFR)
Featured
Off
Related Content
Grades:
7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade
This lesson give emphasis on the systems A and B of the chemical reaction that represent the reactants and products. This also focuses on investigating not just the system involved in the chemical
Grades:
9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Growing Crystals Part 2 is a unique lesson that has an emphasis on the synthetic growing of crystals in the laboratory. This activity also focuses on investigating the process of how synthetic
Grades:
10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
This lesson plan describes the different process points of construction of a Truss Bridge and why these bridges are useful. This lesson plan includes objectives, assessments and some samples of Truss