"Rescue at Boone's Meadow"

Solution Summary

• The quickest way to move the eagle to Cumberland City
  
• And how long will that take?

Students are challenged to deal with the numerous alternatives that Emily must consider in helping Jasper get the injured eagle to the veterinarian. The major subproblems involve travel time, fuel, payload and landing area. With several routes, 2 modes of transportation, 2 speeds, 1 fuel consideration, payload, landing area and 2 drivers "Rescue at Boone's Meadow" has several feasible solutions. Students must provide evidence that their plan will work and be prepared to justify any assumptions they make.