Investigating the Change of the Change of a Pattern
Use this interactive file to learn what type of pattern is characterised by a constant change-of-change.
Instructions:
- Use this file in conjunction with the corresponding student activity.
- Drag the sliders to change the quadratic function.
- Observe the resulting changes in the graph and table. Can you spot a pattern? How would you identify a set of data as exhibiting quadratic behaviour?
Reflection:
Complete the accompanying student activity sheet.
