Which is faster, a Ford or a Ferrari? The short assessment has pupils analyze graphs to determine the rates of change between the two. Individuals interpret the rates of change within the context of speeds of the cars and develop a map to represent the trip.

Concepts

slope, rate of change, constant speed, speed, cars, distance, map scales, scale

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have the class calculate the speed of each car for every hour
• Lead a discussion about average rates of change

Classroom Considerations

• Learners should be familiar with interpreting a graph

Pros

• Answer key describes the criteria that should be present in the open-ended item
• Rubric provides a description of partial credit responses

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSN-Q.A.1 HSA-REI.D.11 HSF-IF.B.6 MP4 MP7