Curated OER
Types of Functions and Composition of Functions
Algebra II classes solve problems relating to piecewise functions, step functions, and decomposition/composition of functions. They utilize links to work with real world examples. Mr. Pleacher has added humor to the instructional...
Curated OER
Finding the Limit: Piecewise Functions and Graphs
This pre-calculus worksheet is short, yet challenging. High schoolers calculate the limit of piecewise functions, rational functions, and graphs as x approaches a number from the positive or negative side. There are four questions.
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Pedal Power
Employ proportional reasoning and algebraic understanding to a determine a real world math quandary. Intel has created a project based unit to engage learners in using algebra to describe the physical world. They will create equations,...
Curated OER
Linear Piecewise Functions
Students explore the concept of piecewise functions. In this piecewise functions instructional activity, students graph piecewise functions by hand and find the domain and range. Students make tables of values given a piecewise function....
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Easy Worksheet: Limits 2
In this limits worksheet, students solve 4 short answer problems. Students identify the limit of a function for a specified value given a graph, equation, or piecewise function.
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Evaluating Functions
In this evaluating functions activity, 11th graders solve and complete 24 various types of problems. First, they evaluate the functions for the given values. Then, students graph each of piecewise functions. They also write an equation...
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The Function Elevator
Students solve and graph functions. In this precalculus lesson plan, students use piecewise function to relate real life scenarios. They analyze the graphs and identify the vertex and intercepts.
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Match Me Plus
Have your class investigate Piecewise functions by matching a position versus time graph to the function that describe the walk.
Curated OER
Quiz 2: Euler's Method and Piecewise Linear Functions
In this linear function activity, students use Euler's method to approximate a solution to an initial value problem. This two-page activity contains three multi-step problems.
Paul Dawkins
Paul's Online Notes: Algebra: Graphing Functions
Detailed math tutorial features notes and examples that take a look at graphing functions including several examples of graphing piecewise functions.
Paul Dawkins
Paul's Online Notes: Algebra: The Definition of a Function
Detailed math tutorial features definitions and examples that take a look at relations and functions, function notation, the domain and range of a function, and piecewise functions.
University of Georgia
University of Georgia: Piecewise Linear Functions
Piecewise linear functions are presented with examples and definitions. See how piecewise functions are applied to real-world situations through an example with income taxes.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Write a Program to Do Piecewise Functions
A fun activity to help students learn how to graph a piecewise function and learn how to write a BASIC program. Gives a sense of Accomplishment.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Piecewise Functions
In this activity, students investigate piecewise functions for continuity and differentiability.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Design Curves
Students plot points then use regression lines to design a vehicle.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Recursive and Other Special Functions
This set of questions includes problems on recursive sequences, piecewise and step functions, and translations of functions. Questions are multiple choice, true/false, and short answer with solutions included.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: How Americans Got So Jittery
Students develop piecewise functions to plot the growth of Starbucks and to try and predict where they are going.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Piecewise Functions on Ti Interactive
Despite what most of us veiw as an excellent TI InterActive! Help file, my students have a difficult time getting the appropriate graphs after reading it. This is visual directions on how to enter piecewise functions in TI InterActive!...
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Functions
The tutorial explores functions from the numerical, algebraic, and geometric viewpoints. Students learn about the concepts through class notes, examples, and practice problems. Topics include domain and piecewise functions. Quizzes are...
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Self Check Quiz on Piecewise Functions
Students show comprehension of advanced mathematical concepts in Algebra II. The questions check understanding on piecewise functions including applications and graphing.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Absolute Value and Piecewise Functions
Students will graph absolute value and piecewise functions on graphing calculators and see the effects of a, h, and k.
Purple Math
Purplemath: General Polynomials
Confused about graphing or just need a refresher? This explanation focuses on graphing higher-power polynomials along with radical functions, rational functions, and piecewise functions. Plenty of examples are included.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Domain of Advanced Piecewise Functions
Determine the domain of piecewise functions whose assignment rules have different expression types. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Algebra I: Evaluate Piecewise Functions
Given the formula of a piecewise function, evaluate it for a specific input. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.