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Functions

Published on Nov 27, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Functions

Linear, Quadratic, Exponential

Essential Question

What is a function? Why is it important? 

function

relates an input to an output

Explain how this is an example of a function

"Think Tank"
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input - money

Output - Food 
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examples

Math Playground

how do graphing stories relate to linear functions?

Graphing Stories
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rate of change!

Comparing two quantities
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What type of function?

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what does this story represent?

Assignment

Create 3 graphing stories 

requirements

  • Title of the Story
  • Must contain a function table (x and y)  
  • Represent Linear, Quadratic, or Exponential Function

example

linear function

Number of lawns mowed / money 

quadratic function?

Professor diving into pool.../ elevation and seconds

exponential

Bacteria / Seconds 

can you recognize the difference between

linear, quadratic, and exponential functions? Explain.
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