Unit 11 Graphing Functions

Lesson 2a: Function Notation

Goal:

Know how to identify the independent and dependent variables in a real-world situation.

Essential Question:

How do you know if a variable is independent or dependent?

APK:

1. Which of the ordered pairs below is not a solution of
​y = 4x + 9?
(1, 14), (0, 9), (-1, 5), (-2, 1), (2, 17), (5, 20)
2. In your IN9, create and Effort/Understanding/Behavior chart, and rate yourself o a scale of 1-4 on what you think you will do today.

Vocabulary:

Use the following link to go to A Maths Dictionary for Kids, and look up the following word(s).  Be sure to write the definition(s) in your IN9.

independent variable
​dependent variable

Learning Resources:

Watch the following videos.  Be sure to take notes in your IN9.

In-Class Worksheet:

With your partner, complete the Reading Strategies and Problem Solving Worksheets.
2a_holt_pg_440_extension_~__function_notation.pdf
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Reflection/ Summary:

1. Go the BLOG page by clicking the button.  Be sure to proofread your work before posting.  Read the response of other students.
Write a situation that has an independent variable and a dependent variable.  Identify the independent variable and the dependent variable.  Read other students' situations and come up with a rule to match each situation.
2. In your IN9, complete the Effort/ Understanding/ Behavior chart by rating yourself on a scale of 1-4 on how well you think you did in class today.

Homework:

  Write your answers in your IN9.

Homework
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