Function notation is like a code waiting to be cracked. Learners take the graph of an unknown equation and manipulate it based on three different transformation changes of the function equation. The final step is to look at three points from the original graph and share what the new points would be on each of the changes. 

Concepts

transformations, function notation, reflections, translations

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign the problem in small groups to encourage discission

Classroom Considerations

• The problem takes up two pages; however it can be manipulated to fit onto one sheet

Pros

• Includes one part graphing and one part looking at the changes of the coordinates
• Includes answer key and commentary 

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSF-BF.B.3