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Comparing Speeds in Graphs and Equations Lesson PlanComparing Speeds in Graphs and Equations Lesson Plan
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Illustrative Mathematics
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7th - 9th
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Comparing Speeds in Graphs and Equations

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Compare two different proportional relationships on a graph. It is up to your mathematicians to determine which of two moving objects have greater speed. A good example of a Common Core multiple choice question. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

linear equations, equations, proportions, slope, unit rates

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unit rate, linear equation, proportional relationship, slope, math

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  • Example of a Common Core question
  • Compares two different proportional relationships

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Common Core

8.EE.B.5

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