That's the ticket! Pupils write and investigate two linear functions representing the cost of printing tickets. Individuals then determine which of two printing companies would be a better buy.

Concepts

linear functions, ratios, systems of linear equations, solving systems by graphing

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the task on a unit assessment

Classroom Considerations

• Learners must have experience with writing and solving systems of linear equations
• The task is the apprentice version of an expert task

Pros

• Guiding questions provide scaffolding
• Scholars investigate different representations of functions

Cons

• Inconsistent formatting can be distracting

Common Core

HSA-CED.A.1 HSF-BF.A.1.a HSF-BF.A.1.b HSF-BF.A.1.c MP2 MP3 MP6 MP7