TI-84 Graphing Calculator Functions

This lesson covers the basics of graphing functions on a TI-84 calculator. It explains how to input equations, use the trace feature to explore functions, adjust window settings to view different parts of the graph, and utilize zoom features to focus on specific sections. The tutorial provides step-by-step instructions for each function, ensuring users can effectively navigate and manipulate graphs on their calculators.

What is the first step to start graphing a function on the TI-84 calculator?

• Press the Y= button

• Press the TRACE button

• Press the WINDOW button

• Press the ZOOM button

Which button do you press to input the variable X in an equation on the TI-84?

• The X button

• The GRAPH button

• The TRACE button

• The ALPHA button

After entering an equation, which button should you press to view the graph?

• ZOOM

• TRACE

• WINDOW

• GRAPH

What does the trace feature allow you to do on the TI-84 calculator?

• Adjust the window settings

• Change the graph's color

• Move the cursor along the function

• Zoom in on the graph

How can you switch between different functions while using the trace feature?

• By pressing the GRAPH button

• By pressing the ZOOM button

• By pressing the up and down arrows

• By pressing the left and right arrows

What information is displayed at the bottom of the screen when using the trace feature?

• The graph's title

• The current zoom level

• The x and y values of the cursor's position

• The equation of the function

Which button do you press to adjust the window settings on the TI-84?

• ZOOM

• TRACE

• WINDOW

• GRAPH

What happens to the graph when you change the x and y values to -20 and 20?

• The graph zooms in

• The graph zooms out

• The graph displays more of the function

• The graph resets to default

What is the effect of not adjusting the scale when changing window settings?

• The graph resets to default

• The graph becomes distorted

• The notches on the graph are closer together

• The graph becomes larger

Which button provides access to the zoom features on the TI-84?

• WINDOW

• ZOOM

• GRAPH

• TRACE