8th Grade Math STAAR Review Readiness Standards

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What is a scatter plot?

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A scatter plot is a graph that shows the relationship between two quantitative variables by displaying data points on a two-dimensional grid.

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How do you find the y-intercept of a graph?

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The y-intercept is the point where the graph crosses the y-axis, which occurs when the x-coordinate is zero.

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What is the formula for simple interest?

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The formula for simple interest is I = PRT, where I is the interest, P is the principal amount, R is the rate of interest per year, and T is the time in years.

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Solve for y: 4y - 7 = 2y + 7

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y = 7

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What does TEKS stand for?

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TEKS stands for Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, which outlines the curriculum standards for Texas students.

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What is the average?

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The average is the sum of a set of values divided by the number of values in the set.

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What is the purpose of a scatter plot in data analysis?

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A scatter plot helps to visualize the correlation between two variables, indicating trends, patterns, or relationships.

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If a person spends 10 hours on recreational activities, how can you predict their work hours using a scatter plot?

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You can find the point on the scatter plot that corresponds to 10 hours of recreational activities and read the associated work hours from the graph.

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What is the significance of the slope in a linear equation?

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The slope indicates the rate of change of the dependent variable with respect to the independent variable.

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What is the formula to calculate the accumulated interest after a certain number of years?

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The accumulated interest can be calculated using the formula A = P + I, where A is the total amount, P is the principal, and I is the interest earned.