[size=85][i]The purpose of this activity is for students to explore the properties of linear functions and how they appear on a graph. Students will also practice graphing linear functions.[/i][/size]
[size=85]Manipulate the linear function [math]f\left(x\right)=mx+b[/math] by using the sliders for variables [i]m[/i] and [i]b[/i]. Observe the changes in the graph.[/size]
How does the value of [i]m[/i] affect the graph? What does [i]m[/i] represent?
How does the value of [i]b[/i] affect the graph? What does [i]b[/i] represent?
Use the below applet to practice graphing linear functions. When the function is graphed correctly, the user will be notified immediately. Select "New Line" graph a new function.