Modeling with Linear Functions
Constructing and interpreting linear functions to model real-world relationships and solve problems.
Key Questions
- Analyze real-world scenarios that can be effectively modeled by linear functions.
- Construct a linear function (equation, graph, or table) from a given real-world problem.
- Evaluate the reasonableness of solutions obtained from linear models in context.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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