Resources

Linear Equations and Functions Resources

Websites

Purplemath: Graphing Absolute Value Functions

When absolute values and functions collide, the results can be a little strange. If we treat like just any old linear function, we'll make mistakes. This page helps point out the pitfalls of using those deceptive little bars.

Math Is Fun: Linear Equations

All the basics of linear equations sitting on one page. Mighty convenient.

Cool Math: Graphing Linear Inequalities

Linear inequalities got you down? Let this colorful explanation lift your spirits.

Videos

Patrick Just Math Tutorials: Graphing a Piece-Wise Defined Function—Another Example

Go Patrick, go. Teach that piecewise function who's boss.

Domain, Range, Functions, and Relations

Find the domain and range of a function using some spare rope in your backyard.

Khan Academy: Linear Equations in Standard Form

Khaaaaan! can walk us through working with standard form. Thanks, Khaaaaan.

Games and Tools

Quia: Linear Inequalities Game

Make mad money by identifying the correct linear inequality. It seems a bit fishy to us, honestly. Why don't you try it first?

Math Playground: Save the Zogs

Rescue cute, googly-eyed alien critters by determining the equation of the line they make.

Math is Fun: Function Grapher and Calculator

Graph one or two functions in slope-intercept form, all without needing to pick up a pencil.