Linear functions and graphs

There are 27 NRICH Mathematical resources connected to Linear functions and graphs
Enclosing Squares
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Enclosing squares

Age
11 to 14
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Can you find sets of sloping lines that enclose a square?
Which is cheaper?
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Which is cheaper?

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14 to 16
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When I park my car in Mathstown, there are two car parks to choose from. Can you help me to decide which one to use?
Intersections
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Intersections

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14 to 18
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Change one equation in this pair of simultaneous equations very slightly and there is a big change in the solution. Why?
Which is bigger?
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Which is bigger?

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14 to 16
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Which is bigger, n+10 or 2n+3? Can you find a good method of answering similar questions?
Parallel lines
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Parallel lines

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11 to 14
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How does the position of the line affect the equation of the line? What can you say about the equations of parallel lines?
Perpendicular lines
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Perpendicular lines

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14 to 16
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Position the lines so that they are perpendicular to each other. What can you say about the equations of perpendicular lines?
Electric Kettle
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Electric kettle

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14 to 16
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Explore the relationship between resistance and temperature
Graphical Triangle
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Graphical triangle

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14 to 16
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What is the area of the triangle formed by these three lines?
Spot the difference
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Spot the difference

Age
16 to 18
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If you plot these graphs they may look the same, but are they?
Four on the Road
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Four on the road

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14 to 16
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Four vehicles travel along a road one afternoon. Can you make sense of the graphs showing their motion?