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Lessen the Loan

 

Primary NCTM Strand* & Concept Emphasized:
Patterns, Functions, & Algebra - Linear relationships

Secondary NCTM Strand:
Number & Operation

Tools Used:    Data Table,  Scatterplot

Approximate number of class periods:    1

Prerequisites:
Familiarity with Data Table, Scatterplot, and linear relationships

Brief Description:
Students use a data table and scatterplot to show the linear relationship between time and amount owed on a loan. When will the loans be paid off?
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