Fitting Functions to Data

In a variety of fields, functions are used to mathematically model bivariate data in order to describe, understand, and make predictions about the relationship between two variables. The focus of this tutorial is on (1) teaching students how to model the relationships between two variables with linear and exponential functions and (2) using models to make predictions about values of variables.
Resource ID#: 148691 Type: Tutorial
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Speakers/Headphones, Adobe Flash Player, Smart Phone/Tablet
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: modeling, functions, bivariate data, scatterplots, mathematics, algebra,
Instructional Component Type(s): Tutorial,  Professional Development
Resource Collection: Original Teacher Tutorials

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