Linear vs. Nonlinear

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a linear function?
Back
A linear function is a function that can be represented by a straight line on a graph. It has a constant rate of change, meaning the ratio of the change in y to the change in x is constant.
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CCSS.8.F.B.4
CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a nonlinear function?
Back
A nonlinear function is a function that does not form a straight line when graphed. The rate of change is not constant, meaning the ratio of the change in y to the change in x varies.
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CCSS.8.F.A.3
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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 y-values for equal differences in x-values.
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CCSS.8.F.B.4
CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify a nonlinear function from a table of values?
Back
A nonlinear function will show varying differences in y-values for equal differences in x-values.
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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1B
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if a function is represented by a straight line on a graph?
Back
It means the function is linear, indicating a constant rate of change.
Tags
CCSS.8.F.B.4
CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if a function is represented by a curve on a graph?
Back
It means the function is nonlinear, indicating that the rate of change is not constant.
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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1B
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the slope of a linear function?
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The slope is the measure of the steepness of the line, calculated as the change in y divided by the change in x.
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CCSS.8.EE.B.5
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