Script for DAMathematics

Presenter 1: Good morning, Sir Capangyarihan and Sir Joshua. We are Group 3 & 4, presenting our
Performance Task for Basic Calculus. Our project title is “DAMathematics”.

Presenter 2: So, a little background check. Dams are large structures built across rivers or streams to control
water flow and create reservoirs. At the bottom of the dam, there is a turbine propeller. When water moves
through it, the turbine spins and generates power in the generator. So, besides providing water, dams can also
supply electricity to cities.

Presenter 1: Our concept is inspired by a recent issue here in the Philippines. We came across an article titled
'Water level of 6 Luzon dams continues to drop'. The dry season greatly affected several dams in Luzon,
including the crucial Angat Dam which is experiencing a decline in water levels. This is why we found
inspiration to pursue this concept.

Presenter 2: The scenario would be that due to the ongoing dry season, people want to find out how fast does it
take for the water level to drop in a dam. Our problem is; A cylindrical hydropower water reservoir with a
diameter of 40 meters and a depth of 80 meters generates electricity and provides water throughout the city. If
water is flowing out of the reservoir at a rate of 32 m^3/s, how fast is the water depth dropping?

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It emphasizes the importance of dams, particularly Angat Dam, which supplies more than 90 percent of Metro
Manila's potable water and irrigation needs for farmlands in Bulacan and Pampanga. While the dams' water
levels have decreased, it is stated that they have not reached critical levels yet. However, there are concerns
about the impact of the El Niño phenomenon, which is expected to occur in June or July 2023.

The article also highlights the efforts to address the water shortage. The National Water and Resources Board
(NWRB) urges the public to conserve water to avoid a repeat of the low water levels experienced in 2019. The
NWRB has approved an increased water allocation for Maynila Water Service Inc. and Manila Water, which is
expected to alleviate rotational water interruptions in Metro Manila and nearby areas. Additionally, the
Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) mentions efforts to improve the operation of the
dams and address distribution system issues, including leaks and illegal connections.

Overall, the article focuses on the declining water levels in Luzon dams, the potential impact on water supply,
and the need for conservation measures to ensure adequate water availability for the population.