Match Tables With Uneven Steps to Equations

Teach graphing first with the integer and fraction slope sheets. Then use the matching sheets, and finish with the True or False sheets and the four form sort as a review.

Find m and b for tables whose x values skip unevenly and match equations such as y = 1/2x + 3. The directions on the page read: The x values skip unevenly. Find m by dividing the change in y by the change in x, then use one column to find b. Write m and b, then the letter of the matching equation. An answer key is included.

Yes, both. We made it for 8th grade linear equations, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.

Plot the y-intercept b on the y-axis. From there, move by the rise and run of the slope m to plot more points, then draw the line. For y = 2/3x − 4, start at (0, −4), go up 2 and right 3.

Find b in the row where x = 0. Find m by dividing the change in y by the change in x. If no row has x = 0, substitute one row into y = mx + b to solve for b.

Substitute every column of the table into the equation, not just the first. If any column does not work, the equation is false. Three True or False sheets practice this and ask for the correct equation.