Compare two linear functions — Independent Practice — page 1
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Worksheet directions

Grade 8 • Independent Practice • Work on your own. Show your calculations or reasoning where needed.

Sample questions

  1. Compare y = 2x + 1 and y = 4x + 1 for x > 0. Which grows faster? Answer: ___
  2. Compare y = 5x + -1 and y = 2x + -1 for x > 0. Which grows faster? Answer: ___
  3. Compare y = -1x + 2 and y = 3x + 2 for x > 0. Which grows faster? Use Set B values. Answer: ___
  4. Compare y = 3x + 0 and y = 3x + 0 for x > 0. Which grows faster? Answer: ___
  5. Compare y = -1x + 2 and y = 3x + 2 for x > 0. Which grows faster? Answer: ___
  6. Compare y = 0x + 3 and y = 4x + 3 for x > 0. Which grows faster? 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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