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Let's Engineer a Barn!

farmer with his animals
triangles

In this design challenge, students will review a variety of mathematical equations and concepts. The students will then be presented with the following problem: The Jeffersons, a retired couple, are thinking about purchasing 2 horses, 5 chickens, and 3 pigs for their farm. They have already begun the process of purchasing the animals; however, they don’t want to go any further without securing a construction company to build their dream barn. Today, you will put on your engineering hat to design and create the initial design for the Jeffersons’ dream barn. They are looking for a group that can give them the best value. The Jeffersons’ dream barn should include shapes and angles that create a unique design and a large enough area and perimeter for livestock animals and should be strong enough to survive a windstorm.

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