Stage 5 · Linear relationships A · Find the midpoint and gradient of a line segment (interval) on the Cartesian plane · Topic: Linear relationships · Year 9, 10
Apply the relationship gradient m = (rise)/(run) to find the gradient/slope of the interval joining the 2 points
Dot point ID k-10-2022-stage-5-linear-relationships-a/lia-mid-stg5-02 · NESA code MA_K_10_CP_LIA_MID_STG5_02 · See it on the NSW Curriculum website ↗
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Outcomes for this focus area (MA5-LIN-C-01)
MA5-LIN-C-01 determines the midpoint, gradient and length of an interval, and graphs linear relationships, with and without digital toolsCore resources for this dot point
On-level resources, grouped by type. Need the building blocks? Use Support. Ready for more? Use Enrich.
Interactive tool
- Interactive toolStarterMaths Is Fun: Gradient (slope)Use it for: Interactive line showing rise over run.
Worksheet
- Corbettmaths practice questions: Linear graphs: gradient of a lineUse it for: Free printable graded practice questions (with answers) on linear graphs: gradient of a line for drill or a quick check.
- WorksheetDrillKuta free worksheet: Finding slope (gradient)Use it for: Printable skills-practice sheet with answer key on finding slope (gradient); good for drill or homework.
Video
- VideoStarterCorbettmaths video: Linear graphs: gradient of a lineUse it for: Short worked-example video on linear graphs: gradient of a line to model the method before practice or for flipped revision.
- VideoStarterEddie Woo (WooTube): Basic Linear Relationships playlistUse it for: Sydney teacher Eddie Woo's recorded lessons on linear relationships; play a clip to model a method or for revision.
Focus area resources
Checked resources for Linear relationships A as a whole (not mapped to a single dot point).