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Curated OER

Y-Intercept and Slope Intercept Form

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Alegebra amateurs identify the slope and the y-intercept given a linear equation in slope-intercept form by correctly completing some in class problems. They write the linear equation in slope-intercept form that corresponds to the given...
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Curated OER

Writing Equations of Lines Using The Point-Slope Form

For Teachers 8th - 10th
In this writing equations worksheet, young scholars find the equation of a line containing specified points. They determine the slope of a line from given points. This two-page worksheet contains 20 problems. Examples and explanations...
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Curated OER

Slope of a Line

For Students 8th - 9th
In this slope of a line worksheet, learners solve and graph 2 different problems that include determining the slope of a line using the equation y=mx+b. First, they define the slope of a line and the y-intercept. Then, students use the...
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Curated OER

Cups & Chips - Solving Linear Equations Using Manipulatives

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Algebra students use manipulatives to solve linear equations. They use manipulatives, symbolic methods, and substitution to demonstrate each algebraic solution.
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Curated OER

Quiz: Slope and Equation of Lines

For Students 8th - 10th
Help your Middle schoolers find the equation of a line that meets given specifications. They identify the slope and the y-intercept in this one-page worksheet. There are 10 problems to solve. 
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Curated OER

Analyzing Equations Through Slope and Y-int

For Teachers 8th - 11th
With problems applying to modern-day topics like Netflix and McDonald's, math whizzes analyze graphs and investigate the slopes. In this algebra worksheet, learners identify the slope and y-intercept of the given equations. They graph...
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Curated OER

Slopes and Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students find the slopes of linear functions. In this graphing lesson, students analyze linear equations and calculate the slope of the line. They graph a line given the slope and y-intercept.
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Curated OER

Writing Linear Equations in Slope-Intercept Form

For Students 8th - 9th
For this writing linear equations worksheet, students find the x- and y-intercepts of 4 equations. Students then write equations for 4 problems given the slope and y-intercepts. Additionally, students rewrite 4 standard form equations in...
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Curated OER

Slope-Intercept Form of a Line

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Using the subscriber website Explorelearning.com, young mathematicians observe changes in the slope and y-intercept and their effect on the graph of lines. This activity helps students develop an intuitive sense of the connection between...
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Curated OER

Graphing Lines

For Students 8th - 10th
In this graphing lines learning exercise, students graph lines that are in the point-slope form.  They identify the y-intercept and the slope.  They graph the equation of a line on a coordinate plane.  This four-page learning exercise...
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Willow Tree

Equations of a Line

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Each form of a linear equation has its purpose — pupils just have to find it. Building on the previous activity in the series, learners examine point-slope and standard form. Using point-slope form, pupils write the equation of a...
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Curated OER

Review Linear Equations

For Students 8th - 9th
Explore algebra I/algebra II with this series of worksheets. Pupils write linear equations in slope-intercept and standard form, graph linear equations, and apply linear equations to real world applications. The six-page worksheet...
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Curated OER

Exploring Slope and Intercept

For Students 8th - 12th
In this slope and intercept worksheet, students complete 23 problems involving sketching graphs, interpreting graphs, and interpreting slope.
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Curated OER

Linear Functions: Slope, Graphs, and Models

For Teachers 8th - 9th
This math packet provides an opportunity for learners to graph two linear equations on a coordinate grid and determine the slope and y-intercept of each. They use the equation of five lines to find the slope and y-intercepts, and then...
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Curated OER

Wind-Up Car

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students produce an equation from a graph, based on an engineering-context story provided. In this production of equations lesson, students write an equation given the graph and description. Students also describe what the y-intercept...
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Curated OER

Slope

For Students 7th - 8th
For this slope worksheet, students solve and complete 26 various types of problems. First, they find the slope of each line illustrated on the grid. Then, students find the slope of the line through each pair of points. In addition, they...
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Curated OER

Finding Slope From Two Points

For Students 8th - 10th
In this finding a slope worksheet, learners find the slope of a line from given points. This two-page worksheet contains 16 problems. Answers are provided on the last page of the worksheet.
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Curated OER

Graphing Linear Equations Cards

For Students 8th - 9th Standards
OK, so maybe graphing linear equations can be fun. This activity includes a set of linear equation cards to be cut and place face up on a table. Learners pick a card and match it to the correct graph card. This is a really fun way to...
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Curated OER

Point-Slope Form of a Line

For Teachers 8th - 9th
This activity helps young mathematicians connect the graph and the point-slope form of a line, by first solving a real-world problem and then using that example to motivate the understanding of the equation. By manipulating the gizmo,...
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Curated OER

Find Slope

For Students 8th - 10th
In this slope worksheet, students identify the slope and y-intercept when given a linear equation. All equations given are listed in the y = mx + b format. This two page worksheet contains seven problems. Answers are provided on the last...
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EngageNY

Every Line is a Graph of a Linear Equation

For Teachers 8th Standards
Challenge the class to determine the equation of a line. The 21st part in a 33-part series begins with a proof that every line is a graph of a linear equation. Pupils use that information to find the slope-intercept form of the equation...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Proportional Relationships, Lines, and Linear Equations

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
The resource is a good introduction to what makes a proportional relationship between two lines. Discuss the similarities of both lines and the possibility of intersection. Use this opportunity to list other acceptable forms of each...
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Curated OER

Rise Over Run

For Students 8th - 9th
For this rise over run worksheet, students solve and complete 2 different problems that include determining the rise over run for a race ran. First, they use the information in the table to graph each person's performance using a...
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EngageNY

The Line Joining Two Distinct Points of the Graph y=mx+b Has Slope m

For Teachers 8th Standards
Investigate the relationship between the slope-intercept form and the slope of the graph. The lesson plan leads an investigation of the slope-intercept equation of a line and its slope. Pupils realize the slope is the same as the...