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Linear vs.

Nonlinear
Functions!

Identify linear vs. non-linear functions from a graph,


equation, or table.
Take notes on this Graphic Organizer throughout the Playlist.

LINEAR NON-
LINEAR
Equation

Graph

Table
Non-
linear
More Graphs

Non-
linear
How can I tell if a set of data
points is linear or non-linear?
If the change in y divided by
the change in x is constant,
then the function is linear.

Here, notice that the change


in y is 3. The change in x is 1.
So, the change in y divided by
the change in x equals 3. This
is a linear function.
If the change in y divided by the
change in x is not constant, then
the function is not linear.
Is it linear or non-linear?
Non- Non-
linear linear

Non-linear

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