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This 17-word optimization word search reinforces calculus vocabulary for advanced high school students. Hidden words include derivative, constraint, maximum, and minimum, covering the core concepts of optimization problems. Use it as a warm-up before a unit on applied calculus, a vocabulary review before assessments, or a sub-plan activity for AP Calculus AB/BC students.

Subject:
Math
Topic:
Calculus
Grade Level:
11th – 12th Grades
Updated November 2016

Word List

  • OPTIMIZATION
  • MAXIMUM
  • MINIMUM
  • DERIVATIVE
  • AREA
  • PERIMETER
  • COST
  • DISTANCE
  • VOLUME
  • CALCULUS
  • DIMENSIONS
  • CONSTRAINT
  • ZERO
  • TIME
  • EQUATION
  • GRAPH
  • FUN

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