Students analyze function graphs.  For this Algebra II/Pre-calculus lesson, students investigate the graph of a function as they determine to which family of functions it belongs, determine the parent function and describe the...

In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders shift the absolute value function horizontally and vertically, stretch and shrink, and reflect parent function. The two page worksheet contains three problems. Answers are not provided. 

Challenge the class to utilize their knowledge of linear and quadratic functions to determine the intersection of the parent quadratic graph and linear proportional graphs. Using the pattern for the solutions, individuals develop a...

In this algebra activity, students graph exponential equations and use the formula to translate the graph on a coordinate plane. There are 3 word problems.

In this algebra worksheet, students read the information about the relationships of functions and then they fill in the graphic organizer with the information at the bottom of the page.

Young mathematicians first graph a series of quadratic equations, and then investigate how various parts of the equation change the graph of the function in a predictable way.

  Explore the connection between a finite graph, a directed graph, and a matrix. Graph lines and identify the relationship of matrices in real-world scenarios. Then use this information to work with a partner to plan and design a...

Graphing doesn't need to be tedious!  When pupils understand key features and transformations, graphing becomes efficient. This lesson connects transformations to the vertex form of a quadratic equation. 

In this Algebra II activity, 11th graders examine the reciprocal function family in the form y = a/(x – h) + k, identifying the vertical and horizontal asymptotes.  The two page activity contains explanation, examples, and two...

Transformations of parabolas to fit a particular quadratic equation is taught through this lesson.  In this transforming parabolas to fit a particular quadratic equation lesson, high schoolers describe the transformations of the...

Students explore the graphing calculator feature on the Macintosh computer to explore some "parent" functions and their translations, combinations, and composites.

In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders examine the affects of changing h and k in the vertex form of the parabola.  The three page worksheet provides explanation of topic, worked examples, and four practice problems. ...

Students work in pairs to measure their arm span and height and record them on a class chart. The class works together to create a scattergram to display the data. Class discussion focuses on interpreting the scattergram.

Explore how real-world applications can be parabolic in nature and how to find quadratic functions that best fit data. A number of different examples of modeling parabolas are explored including a student scavenger hunt, the exploration...

Tenth graders investigate three different sets of data that relate temperature to another variable in the physical world. These illustrate linear, inverse and exponential relationships.

In this Algebra I activity, 9th graders work with a family member to graph inequalities on a number line. The two page activity contains five questions. Answers are included.

In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders simplify rational algebraic expressions by factoring and cancelling the common factors.  The two page worksheet contains instruction, worked examples, and three practice problems. ...

Students in a teacher education program enhance their awareness of patterns. They discover how to support their students in developing this skill in mathematical terms. They role play the role of a K-2 student and collect images from...

In this math worksheet, 6th graders use the time at home in order to work on the skill of recording data in the form of daily activities and statistics.

This is a chapter from an Algebra textbook. It looks at exponential growth functions - graphing and analyzing them, predicting transformations, graphing and writing equations for combined transformations, and modeling with exponential...