Matching graphs

Matching graphs

Pencil and paper
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This task is about matching graphs to their equations.

Write down the correct equation next to each graph.

Choose each equation from the box. Only six equations will be used.
 

 
Graphs

  

 
Equations
a)

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b)

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c)

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d)

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e)

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f)

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Task administration: 
This task is completed with pencil and paper only.
Level:
5
Curriculum info: 
Maths, Number and Algebra, Patterns and relationships
Keywords: 
line graphs, linear equations, linear graphs, gradients, intercepts
Description of task: 
Students select the correct equation to describe a series of graphs.
Learning Progression Frameworks
This resource can provide evidence of learning associated with
Patterns and relationships, sets 6-7
within the Mathematics Learning Progressions Frameworks.
Read more about the Learning Progressions Frameworks.
Answers/responses: 

   

Y10 (10/1999)

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)

y = x
y = x + 2
y = ⁻x + 2
y = 2x + 2
y = x - 2
y = ⁻2x - 2

moderate
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very difficult
very difficult

NOTE:  The majority of students in the trial appeared to know a) only, and guessed the others.