Non-Linear Functions
| Site: | Young Education |
| Course: | Functions and Graphs |
| Book: | Non-Linear Functions |
| Printed by: | Guest user |
| Date: | Friday, 25 September 2026, 1:19 AM |
1. Quadratic Functions
Learning outcomes
- I can recognize quadratic functions.
- I can identify parabolic graphs.
- I can describe the shape of quadratic graphs.
- I can compare linear and quadratic functions.
- I can interpret quadratic relationships.
2. Exponential Functions
Learning outcomes
- I can recognize exponential growth.
- I can recognize exponential decay.
- I can compare exponential and linear growth.
- I can interpret exponential graphs.
- I can identify real-life exponential relationships.
3. Piecewise and Step Functions
Learning outcomes
- I can recognize piecewise functions.
- I can interpret step graphs.
- I can determine outputs from piecewise graphs.
- I can explain why piecewise functions are useful.
- I can describe real-life examples.
4. Comparing Function Types
Learning outcomes
- I can distinguish between linear, quadratic, and exponential functions.
- I can compare their graphs.
- I can compare rates of change.
- I can identify each function from data.
- I can determine which model best fits a situation.
5. Modeling with Functions
Learning outcomes
- I can choose an appropriate function type.
- I can justify my choice of model.
- I can interpret model predictions.
- I can evaluate limitations of models.
- I can solve practical problems using function models.