Read between the lines to find a solution. Budding mathematicians analyze a situation to solve a problem. They view a video presentation of the problem, brainstorm important information to gather, and write linear equations to find solutions.

Concepts

line of best fit, linear equations, linear modeling, math modeling, patterns

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Incorporate as a performance task during a unit on linear functions
• Require pupils to organize data and write linear equations

Classroom Considerations

• Expects previous experience with linear relationships

Pros

• Provides teaching notes to help plan for the lesson
• Offers extension options to continue the activity

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSS-ID.B.6.a HSS-ID.B.6.b HSS-ID.B.6.c