Qualitative Relationships between Two Variables NOTES & PRACTICE

Qualitative Relationships between Two Variables NOTES & PRACTICE

An educational resource designed with the 8th Grade Function Standards in mind – CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.F.B.5. This material aids student understanding of the functional relationship between two quantities by providing analysis tools, particularly for graphs.

This material is meant for educators, including public school teachers and homeschoolers tutoring grade 8 students in Math and Algebra. It covers how to describe qualitatively where a function is increasing or decreasing, identifying its contrast as linear or nonlinear, and sketching a graph that represents these qualitative aspects based on verbal descriptions.

Gidzy’s Adventures MATCH-UP Activity

• Includes Gidzy’s Adventures MATCH-UP activity - a Distance-Time Graphs Cut & Paste Activity that offers practical ways to understand variables.

• Applies theoretical knowledge from the Qualitative Relationship Between Two Variables section in practical settings.

• Encourages both individual study and group work.

Inclusion of test practice exercises

• Possibility to serve as homework assignments preparing students well ahead for their exams and promoting disciplined learning outside school hours.

A comprehensive answer key

Provided to allow self-assessment during independent study time while saving teachers valuable preparation time creating answers.