In this Algebra II lesson, high schoolers explore the connection between the factored form of a quadratics and the zero of a function. Students use a graphing calculator to verify factoring numerically and graphically.

Factor quadratic equations by teaching your high schoolers how to identify the zeros of the quadratic function. They use the TI to see where the graph will intercept the coordinate plane.

Students solve two functions at once. In this algebra lesson, students add, subtract, multiply and divide composition functions. They use the correct notation and substitution to get their answer.

Students define a functions and solve problems using functions. In this algebra lesson, students differentiate functions from non-functions. They differentiate between polynomials of higher degrees.

Students explore the concept of functions. For this function lesson, students determine if the graph is a function by using the vertical line test. Students use an applet to explore the vertical line test on a variety of graphs.

Young scholars identify the end behavior of polynomial graphs. In this algebra instructional activity, students factor and solve quadratic and complex equations. They factor out negative roots and identify the real and imaginary parts of...

Students graph polynomials functions and analyze the end behavior. In this algebra lesson, student differentiate between the different polynomials based on the exponents. They use a TI to help with the graphing.

In this Algebra II activity, 11th graders examine the graphs of rational functions, identifying the points of discontinuity and the vertical and horizontal asymptotes.  The three page activity contains explanation of topic, several...

In this function worksheet, students find the equation of a line tangent to a given function. They identify the derivative of functions, This one-page worksheet contains 11 multi-step problems. Answers are provided on page two of the...

An activity that could function as a review or as a quiz, this instructional activity prompts students to find two different linear functions that satisfy the given equation. Students sketch the graph of two linear equations. They...

Students discuss the job of an archaeologist by determining how people have used their environment. Using a graph, they analyze the patterns and functions of Native Americans in Arizona using maize. They work together to answer...

Learners are given a graph of a parabola on a coordinate system, but intercepts and vertex are not labeled. The task is to analyze eight given quadratic functions and determine which ones might possibly be represented by the graph. The...

In this long distance phone plane worksheet, students compare various phone plans and determine which long distance plan has the greatest savings. Students support their answers visually through the use of tables and graphs. They write...

This comprehensive lesson plan reviews solving and graphing quadratic functions and functions of higher degree.  Using the vertex form of a quadratic functions, one finds the vertex, minimum or maximum, and axis of symmetry. A few...

In this trigonometric functions worksheet, students solve 68 multi-part short answer and graphing questions. Students evaluate inverse trigonometric functions for a given value. Students graph inverse trigonometric functions.

In this worksheet, learners review topics from Algebra 2. Topics include synthetic division, rational algebraic expressions, quadratic functions, imaginary number, composite functions, and inverse of a function. The three-page worksheet...

Functions behaving badly: the squaring function and the absolute value function are both zero at x=0. Yet when you divide each by x, different things happen. Here, your class will explore each scenario as a means to adding depth to their...

In this graph transforms worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 15 various types of problems. First, they evaluate each function and sketch the graph. Then, 10th graders determine why two transformation illustrated are identical for...

In this calculus activity, students solve problems using the first and second derivatives. They define the behavior of the function based on the derivative. There are 11 questions with an answer key.

In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders graph polynomial functions using quadratics and other exponential functions. They identify the vertex and other properties of a parabola. There are 8 problems with an answer key.

Learners use sliders to change the parameters of functions and examine how shifting parameters affects a graph. They identify the parameters of functions, find vertical and horizontal stretches, then calculate the scale factor and other...

Overall, this learning exercise contains a good selection of problems that reviews different aspects of linear equations. Learners examine and graph linear equations, absolute value equations, and inequalities in two variables. The three...

Learners use their graphing calculators to view graphs of equations. They tell if each equations is or is not a function and are shown pre-set graphs on their graphing calculators. They use the Quick Poll feature to indicate if the graph...

In this trigonometric functions worksheet, students solve 8 multiple choice and graphing problems.  Students graph trigonometric functions given an equation and match graphs to a given scenario.