Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Topic Summaries: Non Linear Functions and Models
The topic summary outlines non-linear functions and models. Some topics reviewed are quadratic functions, exponential functions, logistic functions, and logarithms. The resource consists of definitions, notes, and examples.
Other
Graph pad.com: Comparing Linear Regression to Nonlinear Regression
This resource presents a complete and detailed look at linear regression. This guide provides lots of details and graphs to explain each concept.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Quiz: Non Linear Functions and Models
The online quiz assesses student comprehension of math concepts. The quiz consists of true/false questions about non-linear functions and models.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Mc Dougal Littell Mid. School Math: Graph Non Linear Functions
Students will compare functions by graphing the functions and describing the patterns in the graphs.
PBS
Pbs: The Lowdown: Functional Relationships Between Quantities: Calculating Fuel Consumption
In these interactive visualizations, explore the relationship between calculating miles per gallon (mpg) to gallons per mile in fuel use for vehicles. Most drivers think gas usage falls linearly (in a straight line) as mpg increases. But...
Shodor Education Foundation
Shodor Interactivate: Lesson: Graphs and Functions
This lesson plan is directed at introducing young scholars to how to graph functions on the Cartesian coordinate plane. They will experience several categories of functions including lines and parabolas. Resources and interactive tools...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Graphs of Nonlinear Piecewise Functions
Given the graph of a nonlinear piecewise function, find its formula.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: College Algebra: Systems of Nonlinear Equations
Learn how to solve a system of nonlinear equations using the substitution and the elimination methods. This tutorial offers definitions, problems and step-by-step solutions, and practice exercises for you to complete and check.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Nonlinear Pendulum Problems
In this activity, students explore the nonlinear model for a simple pendulum. They use the calculator to solve higher order differential equations.
Mangahigh
Mangahigh: Algebra: Find the Nth Term of a Nonlinear Sequence
Students explore an interactive tutorial on nonlinear sequences and then practice their knowledge by attempting ten questions that increase in difficulty level.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Linear Interpolation and Extrapolation
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use linear interpolation, linear extrapolation, and the line of best fit to make predictions about a data set.
Quia
Ixl Learning: Linear Equations
Brush up on your math skills relating to linear equations then try some practice problems to test your understanding.
William Mueller
William Mueller: Families of Functions
Meet the Function Family! Each member of the family has examples of their graphs and descriptions of the types of real-world situation that produce those graphs.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.f Introduction to Linear Functions
This task lets students explore the differences between linear and non-linear functions. By contrasting the two, it reinforces the properties of linear functions. Aligns with 8.F.A.3.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Composing Music Mathematically
This activity is designed to motivate and challenge first year algebra students through a fun introduction to advanced mathematical concepts. It also offers extensions for upper grade level students. Students will recognize relationships...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Mc Dougal Littell Algebra 1: Find Minimum and Maximum
Students can use the TI-84 Plus family to find the minimum or maximum and the zeros of quadratic functions.
Math Notes and Math Tests
Pre Calculus Notes: Nonlinear Inequalities [Pdf]
Students explore nonlinear inequalities. Graphs and detailed examples are included.
Other
Increasing, Decreasing, Maximum and Minimum Functions
This site provides a portion of a textbook that explores increasing and decreasing functions. Students are provided examples and then have practice problems they can attempt to master the concept.
University of Waterloo (Canada)
Univ. Of Waterloo: Wired Math: Linear Graphing: Graphing and Analyzing [Pdf]
The mathematics resource assesses students on linear relations. The activity has problems with graphing and analyzing linear relations. Some of the topics included are variation, scatter plots and linear relationships. The worksheet has...
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Review Exercises: Non Linear Models
Students review non-linear models. The resource consists of review exercises on the mathematics concepts.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Linear Functions: Slope Using Coordinates
Students learn that the slope is ratio of change in y to the change in x. They find the slope of a line using the slope formula, and examine the characteristics of lines with positive, zero, negative, or non-defined slope.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Linear and Nonlinear Functions
Determine if a relationship is linear or nonlinear. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.
Paul Dawkins
Paul's Online Notes: Algebra: Systems of Equations
Learners examine how to solve systems of equations. Topics investigated are linear systems with two variables, linear systems with three variables, augmented matrices, and nonlinear systems. Class notes, definitions, and examples with...
Other
Graph Pad: Data Analysis Resource Center
The GraphPad Statistics Guide is both a guide to doing statistical analyses with GraphPad Prism 7, and a concise review of statistical principles, emphasizing clear explanations with very little math. The GraphPad Curve Fitting Guide is...