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Video Tutorial: Linear Functions, Video 3

Video Tutorial: Linear Functions, Video 3

Topic

Linear Functions

Description

The video explains linear functions with a positive slope and zero y-intercept. In slope-intercept form y = mx + b, the slope, m, represents the steepness, while the y-intercept, b, is zero. The slope of 2 is confirmed by graphing: moving up two units and one to the right. The line passes through the origin, demonstrating a y-intercept of 0.

The video explores the topic of linear functions, providing a clear explanation and practical examples. Linear functions are essential for understanding mathematical relationships and their graphical representations. By focusing on Linear Functions, the video ties theoretical concepts with visual aids to enhance comprehension. The mathematics behind this topic involves understanding the slope-intercept form and how changes in coefficients affect the graph.

Teacher’s Script: “Today, we’re diving into an engaging visual exploration of linear functions. This video will help us connect the equations we’ve been working with to their real-world graphical representations. Pay attention to how the graph changes based on the function parameters, and think about how these changes relate to the concepts of slope and intercept.”

For a complete collection of videos related to Linear Functions click on this link: Video Tutorials: Linear Functions Collection.

Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.EE.B.6, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.F.A.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.F.B.5
Duration 2.00 minutes
Grade Range 8 - 12
Curriculum Nodes Algebra
    • Linear Functions and Equations
        • Graphs of Linear Functions
Copyright Year 2016
Keywords linear functions, slope-intercept form, video tutorial