Mathematics (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Algebra I with Probability

MA19.A1.17

Combine different types of standard functions to write, evaluate, and interpret functions in context. Limit to linear, quadratic, exponential, and absolute value functions.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • Techniques to combine functions using arithmetic operations.
  • Techniques for combining functions using function composition.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Accurately develop a model that shows the functional relationship between two quantities.
  • Accurately create a new function through arithmetic operations of other functions.
  • Present an argument to show how the function models the relationship between the quantities.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • Arithmetic combinations of functions may be used to improve the fit of a model.

Vocabulary

  • Function composition
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