Determine the better deal. Pupils write the equation for the cost of printing tickets from different printers. They compare the costs graphically and algebraicaly to determine which printer has the best deal based upon the quantity of tickets.

Concepts

graphing linear equations, linear equations, graphing systems of equations, systems of equations, systems of linear equations, linear functions, linear equations writing, linear equations applications

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide time for the class to discuss the connections between solving systems of equations and working with linear equations
• Use the assessment as an introduction to solving systems of equations

Classroom Considerations

• The assessment can also be aligned to 8.EE.C.8c and HSA-REI.C.6

Pros

• Provides an instructional guide showing how to incorporate social and emotional learning to complete the task
• Includes a series of questions to help the teacher reflect on class performance

Cons

• The worksheet contains text that is not in focus

Common Core

HSF-IF.A.2 HSF-IF.B.4 HSF-IF.C.9 MP5 MP7