Curated OER
Analyzing Equations Through Slope and Y-int
With problems applying to modern-day topics like Netflix and McDonald's, math whizzes analyze graphs and investigate the slopes. In this algebra worksheet, learners identify the slope and y-intercept of the given equations. They graph...
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Slope Intercept Form (y=mx+b) Foldable
Each piece of the y=mx+b formula represents something important about graphing. Take those important ideas and connect them to each part of the formula with notes or examples underneath each tab representing y, m, x, and b.
Illustrative Mathematics
DVD Profits, Variation 1
The idea in the resource is to understand the connections between proportional relationships, lines, and linear equations. To stay within the context of the standard, skip the part of the resource that solves with unit rates. Instead,...
Illustrative Mathematics
Proportional Relationships, Lines, and Linear Equations
The resource is a good introduction to what makes a proportional relationship between two lines. Discuss the similarities of both lines and the possibility of intersection. Use this opportunity to list other acceptable forms of each...
Curated OER
Heart Rate Monitoring
Algebra learners like this resource because it is easy to understand and it relates to their lives. Whether you are starting a new workout routine, or just climbing the stairs, your heart rate increases and decreases throughout the day....
Curated OER
Review Linear Equations
Explore algebra I/algebra II with this series of worksheets. Pupils write linear equations in slope-intercept and standard form, graph linear equations, and apply linear equations to real world applications. The six-page worksheet...
Curated OER
Graphs and Functions
Middle schoolers describe plotting functions on the Cartesian coordinate plane. They solve functions on paper and using an online tool to plot points on a Cartesian coordinate plane creating lines and parabolas.
Curated OER
Y-Intercept and Slope Intercept Form
Alegebra amateurs identify the slope and the y-intercept given a linear equation in slope-intercept form by correctly completing some in class problems. They write the linear equation in slope-intercept form that corresponds to the given...
Curated OER
Lesson 2 Solving y=mx+b systems
Students solve linear systems using slope intercept form. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve equations by rewriting them in the form y = mx + b. They evaluate coordinate pairs to see if they are a solution to the...
Curated OER
Writing Linear Equations in Slope-Intercept Form
For this writing linear equations worksheet, students find the x- and y-intercepts of 4 equations. Students then write equations for 4 problems given the slope and y-intercepts. Additionally, students rewrite 4 standard form equations in...
Illustrative Mathematics
Downhill
A car traveling down a steep hill is the model for this resource. The confusion comes when the elevation, E, is given in terms of distance, d. The distance, d, is the horizontal distance from E. Therefore, the equation, E = 7500 – 250d,...
Curated OER
Introducing y = mx + b
Middle and high schoolers use the slope intercept form to graph a line. In this algebra lesson, pupils rewrite equations from standard form to y-intercept form. They use the slope and y-intercept to graph a line without making a table of...
Curated OER
Lines, Lines, Everywhere
Students explore linear equation suing real life scenarios. In this algebra lesson, students find the slope and intercept of a line. They create table of values to plot their graph and draw conclusions.
Curated OER
Modeling Linear Relationships
Young scholars graph lines using the slope and y-intercept. In this algebra lesson, students create data using tables and equations. They use their data to make predictions and draw conclusion.
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway:analyzing Effects of the Changes in M and B on the Graph of Y=mx+b
Given algebraic, graphical, or verbal representations of linear functions, the studnet will determine the effects on the graph of the parent function f(x) = x.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Y=mx+b Quick Check
In this activity students use an activity center to input equations with correct slope and y-intercept.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Understanding the Linear Equation (Function Families)
This activity can be used with ninth graders to assist their understanding of the parts of the equation y=mx+b.
Mangahigh
Mangahigh: Algebra: Draw Straight Line Graphs Using Y = Mx + B
Students watch an online tutorial on the concept of graphing using slope intercept form. After watching, students test their knowledge by attempting ten practice problems that increase or decrease in difficulty based on their answers.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Staggered Races 1: Varying the ?B? In Y=mx+b
The primary focus in this activity is on parallel lines and equivalent equations. In Activity 1 and Activity 2, the class collectively will create a system of parallel and coinciding lines. It is important to focus on parallel lines...
Math2
Math2.org: Algebraic and Conic Section Graphs
THis resource provides examples and information about Algebraic graphing.