Solar Energy Estimate

In this task, students will write an estimate for a potential client who is interested in installing solar energy panels. They will provide figures on the initial purchase of the solar energy panels along with the charge per kilowatt-hour. They also will estimate when the potential client will see their investment pay off. Students will calculate these amounts by using one-variable linear functions.

Students will write a persuasive letter that provides mathematical calculations to encourage a fictional business to invest in solar energy panels. The letter will be addressed to a fictional business and will be signed by the student as if he or she were leading the estimate for that client.