linear vs. nonlinear

linear vs. nonlinear

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Mathematics

8th Grade

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CCSS
8.F.A.3, 8.EE.B.5, 8.F.B.4

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the definition of a linear function?

Back

A linear function is a function that can be graphically represented as a straight line. It has the form y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.

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CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the definition of a nonlinear function?

Back

A nonlinear function is a function that does not form a straight line when graphed. Its graph can be curved or have varying slopes.

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CCSS.8.F.A.3

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the general form of a linear equation?

Back

The general form of a linear equation is Ax + By = C, where A, B, and C are constants.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between linear and nonlinear graphs?

Back

Linear graphs are straight lines, indicating a constant rate of change, while nonlinear graphs can be curves, indicating a variable rate of change.

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CCSS.8.F.A.3

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify a linear function from a table of values?

Back

A linear function will have a constant difference in the y-values for equal increments in the x-values.

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CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a nonlinear equation?

Back

An example of a nonlinear equation is y = x^2 or y = 1/x.

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CCSS.8.F.A.3

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the slope of a linear function represent?

Back

The slope of a linear function represents the rate of change of the dependent variable (y) with respect to the independent variable (x).

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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