Numbers are even and odd, but did you know functions can be too? The lesson shows the process of determining an even or odd function algebraically. It uses polynomial examples and shows an example of each type. 

Concepts

functions, symmetry

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use after defining even and odd functions and discussing their symmetry
• After presenting the video, give each person a different function; ask them to write it on the board and show how they determined if it is even, odd, or neither

Classroom Considerations

• Requires Internet access to view the YouTube video
• The fifth in a series of 29 videos

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• The instructor explains the content well and uses vocabulary and notation throughout the lesson

Cons

• Uses only polynomial examples

Common Core

HSF-BF.B.3