Linear or nonlinear

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What is a linear graph?

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A linear graph is a graph that represents a linear equation, which is a straight line. It has a constant rate of change.

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What is a nonlinear graph?

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A nonlinear graph is a graph that does not represent a linear equation. It can curve, bend, or have varying rates of change.

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CCSS.8.F.A.3

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What is the general form of a linear equation?

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CCSS.8.EE.B.6

CCSS.8.F.A.3

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What does the slope of a line represent?

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The slope of a line represents the rate of change of the y-value with respect to the x-value. It indicates how steep the line is.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What is the y-intercept?

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How can you identify a linear equation from its graph?

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A linear equation can be identified from its graph if it forms a straight line.

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CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2

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How can you identify a nonlinear equation from its graph?

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A nonlinear equation can be identified from its graph if it curves or does not form a straight line.

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CCSS.8.F.A.3

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What is an example of a linear equation?

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CCSS.8.F.A.3

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What is an example of a nonlinear equation?

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CCSS.8.F.A.3

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What does it mean if an equation has an x in the denominator?

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If an equation has an x in the denominator, it is nonlinear because it does not represent a straight line.

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CCSS.8.F.A.3