Linear or Non-Linear?

Linear or Non-Linear?

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Mathematics

8th Grade

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a linear function?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a nonlinear function?

Back

A nonlinear function is a function that does not form a straight line when graphed. Its rate of change is not constant, and it can be represented by equations that include exponents, roots, or other non-linear terms.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you determine if a function is linear from a table of values?

Back

To determine if a function is linear from a table, check if the differences between consecutive y-values are constant when the x-values increase by the same amount.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean if a function is represented by a straight line on a graph?

Back

If a function is represented by a straight line on a graph, it indicates that the function is linear, meaning it has a constant rate of change.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the slope of a linear function?

Back

The slope of a linear function is a measure of its steepness, calculated as the change in y divided by the change in x (rise/run). It indicates how much y changes for a unit change in x.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the y-intercept in a linear function?

Back

The y-intercept is the point where the graph of a linear function crosses the y-axis. It is the value of y when x is 0.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can a linear function have a negative slope?

Back

Yes, a linear function can have a negative slope, which means that as x increases, y decreases.

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