Some Student Ideas on the Concept of Gradient.

Barr, George

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Some Student Ideas on the Concept of Gradient.

Barr, George

Mathematics in School, v10 n1 p14,16-17 Jan 1981

This investigation concerns student understanding of the concept of gradient. Six items are discussed from a series of tests constructed for Technical Education Council (TEC) qualification. It is concluded that confusion exists, and a summary of apparent student difficulties is presented. (MP)

Descriptors: Algebra, Educational Research, Graphs, Mathematical Concepts, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics

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Language: English

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