It is all about the shift. Pupils translate the graph of a cubic function to different marked locations on the plane and determine the new equation that represents the shifts. The activity is designed to encourage individuals begin to think about functional stretches.

Concepts

cubic functions, graphing functions, functions, graphing polynomial functions, translations, horizontal, vertical

Show More Show Less

Additional Tags

math

Show More Show Less

Instructional Ideas

• Lead a discussion on whether the pattern remains the same for all functions
• Incorporate HSF-BF.B.3 into the instruction

Classroom Considerations

• Need to sign up for a free account to get a login

Pros

• Displays the correct response if the wrong one is selected
• The problems highlight common misconceptions

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSF-IF.C.7.a HSF-IF.C.7.e