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3.02 Pattern y=mx+b

This folder contains lessons involving the graphing of and writing of linear functions in slope-intercept form using hands-on explorations.

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3.02.00 Models-Revisited.doc

This lesson revisits "Models, Models, Everywhere" through y=mx+b eyes. The student will write equations to model linear situations.
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3.02.01 Filler Up

Filler Up is an initial exploration of linear functions using real data in the form y=mx+b.
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3.02.02 Filler Up (R&A).doc

This activity is an enrichment activity to be used after completing "Filler Up."
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3.02.03a FillerUp Quiz A.doc

This file is a quiz covering the "Filler Up" activity.
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3.02.04 Weight of Money

Weight of Money is a second exploration into real-world parameter changes for y=mx+b.
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3.02.05 Weight of Money (R&A).doc

This document is an enrichment activity to be used after completing Weight of Money.
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3.02.06 Perimeter Quiz.doc

The Perimeter Quiz is a short quiz assessing the student's ability to solve simple equations.
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3.03.02 Run Over It!.doc

In Run Over It! the student will graph points and lines in y = mx + b format, write linear equations in the form of y = mx + b, and understand the effect of parameter changes both on the equation and graph.