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Vertical Line Test InteractiveVertical Line Test Interactive
Publisher
Shodor Education Foundation
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Interactives
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Duration
30 mins
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Vertical Line Test

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Connect the points to create a function. Using points given by the applet, pupils try to connect them to create a line that would pass the vertical line test. The resource keeps track of the number of sets the learner is able to identify as a function.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

functions, graphing functions, vertical line test

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Ask individuals to put into their own words what it means to Pass the Vertical Line Test
  • Challenge the class to draw non-functions even if the points are a function

Classroom Considerations

  • Individuals should know the definition of a function
  • This resource is only available on an unencrypted HTTP website.It should be fine for general use, but don’t use it to share any personally identifiable information

Pros

  • Provides links to related resources and lessons
  • Contains a worksheet to help users discover aspects of functions

Cons

  • None

Common Core

HSF-IF.A.1 HSF-IF.A.2 HSF-IF.B.4 HSF-IF.B.5 HSF-IF.C.7.a

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