Is it even ... or odd? The task provides four functions to identify as being even, odd, or neither. Pupils use algebraic methods to make their decisions with select exponential, quadratic, and cubic functions.

Concepts

even and odd functions, exponential functions, quadratic functions, cubic functions, functions

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Lead a discussion on how an odd and even functions appear graphically in relationship to transformations

Classroom Considerations

• Includes an optional GeoGebra file
• Pupils should know how to determine whether a function is even or odd

Pros

• The answer key shows the reason for the solution
• Short enough to use as an exit ticket

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSF-BF.B.3