Identify positive negative and zero slope — Homework — page 1
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Worksheet directions

Grade 8 • Homework • Use the strategies practiced in class. Show your work and check your answers.

Sample questions

  1. Classify the slope of y = 3x + 7. Use Set B values. Answer: ___
  2. Classify the slope of y = -4x + 7. Answer: ___
  3. Classify the slope of y = 0x + 7. Answer: ___
  4. Classify the slope of y = 3x + 7. Answer: ___
  5. Classify the slope of y = -1x + 7. Answer: ___
  6. Classify the slope of y = -1x + 7. Use Set B values. Answer: ___

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Common Core connections

Source labels: 8.F.B.4–5, 8.EE.B.5–6,8, 8.EE.C.8. Review the learning goals below to check the fit for your class.

  • 8.F.B.4 — Construct a function to model a linear relationship
  • 8.F.B.5 — Describe a functional relationship qualitatively
  • 8.EE.C.8 — Solve systems of two linear equations

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