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Key Characteristics of Linear Functions
Algebra
Unit 3 Lesson 1
Objective: SWBAT determine key features of linear functions, including slope and y-intercept, from
multiple representations
Key Points
1. When data is__linéarr the rate of change is__ Constant .
2. The shows the relationship between changing quantities
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Unit 3 Lesson 1
2 Independent Practice
Find the slope and the y-intercept of the graph.
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