Simple Algebraic Relationships

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What is an ordered pair?

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An ordered pair is a pair of numbers used to locate a point on a graph, written in the form (x, y).

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CCSS.5.G.A.1

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In the ordered pair (4, 9), what is the x-coordinate?

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4

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CCSS.5.G.A.1

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In the ordered pair (4, 9), what is the y-coordinate?

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9

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CCSS.5.G.A.1

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What is the dependent variable in a graph?

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The dependent variable is the quantity that depends on another variable, typically represented on the y-axis.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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What is the independent variable in a graph?

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The independent variable is the quantity that stands alone and isn't affected by other variables, typically represented on the x-axis.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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How do you identify the dependent quantities on a graph?

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Look at the values plotted along the y-axis.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

CCSS.HSF.IF.B.5

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How do you identify the independent quantities on a graph?

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Look at the values plotted along the x-axis.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

CCSS.HSF.IF.B.5

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What does the x-coordinate represent in a graph?

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The x-coordinate represents the position along the horizontal axis.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

CCSS.HSF.IF.B.5

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What does the y-coordinate represent in a graph?

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The y-coordinate represents the position along the vertical axis.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

CCSS.HSF.IF.B.5

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If a graph shows the number of cups of water as a function of hours hiked, which is the dependent variable?

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Cups of water.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9