Homework due for February 3, 2009

We have one last section from the text book to study and then we can begin review for our February exam and the final IGCSE exam. So, please read pages 144-153 and answer the following questions:

Pgs. 144-147

1) What are the advantages of 3-Dimensional graphical modelling compared with making scale models? (5 pts)
2) Describe 4 ways a team of archeologists would use 3-D modelling to investigate the remains of a Roman villa built in AD 300, which contains many buried domestic objects. (4 pts)

Pgs. 148-149

1) Give 3 examples of how number based models may be used. (3 pts)
2) Explain what is meant by optimum value. How do number based models help attain this? (3 pts)

Pgs. 150-153

1) What is the meaning of the term game play? Give a specific example from a game that you enjoy. (4 pts)
2) What do video game makers do to make their simulations as realistic as possible? (2pts)
3) In your own words, explain how simulators are used to train pilots. (4 pts)
4) List 2 benefits of computer simulation. (2 pts)
5) What is the meaning of the term vitural reality? (4 pts)