Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Modeling Data With Linear Functions
Given a scatterplot where a linear function is the best fit, the student will interpret the slope and intercepts, determine an equation using two data points, identify the conditions under which the function is valid, and use the linear...
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Determining the Domain and Range for Linear Functions
Given a real-world situation that can be modeled by a linear function or a graph of a linear function, the student will determine and represent the reasonable domain and range of the linear function using inequalities.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Quiz: Functions and Linear Models
The online quiz assesses student comprehension of math concepts. The quiz consists of true/false questions about functions and linear models.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Self Check Quiz on Linear Functions
The online assessment demonstrates knowledge of advanced mathematical concepts in Algebra II. The questions test students on linear functions. Topics include modeling real-world data with linear functions, scatterplots, and regression...
Other
Georgia Perimeter College: Linear Equations and Inequalities in One Variable
This resource provides a look at linear equations and inequalities, from how to solve them to how to use them as models for word problems, with lots of examples.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Identifying Function Models: Linear, Exponential, and Quadratic Models
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Learn how to distinguish between linear, exponential, and quadratic models.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Linear, Exponential, and Quadratic Models
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Given a table of values, determine the type of function being modeled.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.f Modeling With a Linear Function
For this task, 8th graders are presented with the equation for a linear function and asked to identify which of six problem situations the equation could represent. Aligns with 8.F.B.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Algebra: Comparing Linear Functions Word Problems
Compare features of two real-world relationships that can be modeled by linear functions, where the functions are represented in different ways. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly,...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Algebra I: Exponential vs. Linear Models
Given a description of a real-world relationship, determine whether that relationship is linear or exponential. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Algebra I: Linear vs. Exponential Growth: From Data
Given a table with values of two quantities over time, determine whether the quantities grow linearly or exponentially. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Linear Functions Modeled by Data
Students submit their own data that can be modeled by a linear function. Students find the line of best fit, and discuss graphs of linear functions.
Other
Desmos: Modeling Bundle
A collection of activities where students investigate mathematical modeling. Activities involve different types of functions, how to examine context and decide on a model, and limitations.
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.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: F Bf Us Households
For this task, students are asked to find a linear function which models the number of households in the U.S. as a function of the year. They are also to construct and use an inverse function to model the context, and interpret their...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Algebra I: Exponential vs. Linear Growth Over Time
Practice analyzing the end behavior of two functions that model similar real-world relationships, where one function is exponential and the other is polynomial. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Walking the Line
In this activity, students use linear functions to model and solve problems in situations with slope and a constant rate of change. They learn to represent situations with variables in expressions, equations, and inequalities and use...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Step by Step
In this activity, students take distance readings as they walk in front of a CBR. They apply the properties of a linear function to develop a model for the motion and interpret the values used in the model. Students learn to graph...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Step by Step Activity Data Collection & Analysis
In this activity, students create a situation that produces linear behavior by stepping heel to toe and taking distance readings as each step is taken. Students then apply the properties of a linear function to develop a model for motion.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: F Le Identifying Functions
In this task, students are shown a table with linear, quadratic, and exponential functions at various values of x and are asked to match the function type to each data set and explain their reasoning. Aligns with F-LE.A.1.b and F-LE.A.1.c.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: F Le in the Billions and Linear Modeling
In this task, students are shown a table of world population data and asked to explore whether linear functions would be appropriate to model relationships within the data. Aligns with F-LE.A.1.b.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Latex Tubing and Hybrid Vehicles
This unit gives students the opportunity to make use of linear models in order to make predictions based on real-world data. Students experience how engineers address incredible and important design challenges through the use of linear...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Applications of Linear Functions
This lesson culminates the unit with the Go Public phase of the legacy cycle. In the associated activities, students use linear models to depict Hooke's law as well as Ohm's law. To conclude the lesson, students apply they've learned...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: The World Population: Linear and Exponential Models
The population of the world has grown rapidly over the last century. In this activity, several models for the growth of the world's population will be developed. The validity of each in predicting past, current, and future populations...