Using Graphs To Introduce Functions.

Van Dyke, Frances

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ERIC Number: EJ668658

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Publication Date: 2003

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Using Graphs To Introduce Functions.

Van Dyke, Frances

Mathematics Teacher, v96 n2 p126-37 Feb 2003

Introduces the concept of function using graphs or pictorial representations of functions. Presents four activities for grade levels 8-14 that use the natural progression from qualitative graphs to quantitative graphs to tables to equations for introducing the theme of distance from an object as a function of time. (Author/NB)

Descriptors: Functions (Mathematics), Graphs, Higher Education, Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Instruction, Secondary Education

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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