Writing Rules for Linear Functions

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Theme:

Pre-Algebra: Linear Functions

Grades:

6 - 8

Subject:

Math

Duration:

45–60 minutes

Standards
& Goals:

New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards (8th Grade)
4.3.8 A. Patterns and Algebra – Recognize, describe, extend and create patterns involving whole numbers, rational numbers and integers.

  • Descriptions using tables, verbal and symbolic rules, graphs, simple equations or expressions

Graph functions, and understand and describe their general behavior.

  • Equations involving two variables.

Note that standards in this lesson plan are for example only. This lesson can be easily adapted to meet your state's specific standards.

Objectives:

Students will:

  • Define linear function.
  • Write rules for functions based on tables and graphs.
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