Support · Stage 5 · Non-linear relationships B

Support Use graphing applications to solve a pair of simultaneous equations where one equation is non-linear and interpret the solution

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Prerequisite dot points

Represent quadratic and exponential relationships using graphing applications

Stage 5 · Non-linear relationships A Draft mapping

  • Interactive toolStarterEnrichment
    Desmos Graphing Calculator
    Desmos · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
    Use it for: Graph lines, parabolas and exponentials live; find intersections to solve simultaneous equations.
  • Interactive toolEnrichment
    GeoGebra Classic
    GeoGebra · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
    Use it for: Dynamic geometry and graphing for constructions and proofs.
  • Interactive toolDrill
    Mathsisfun: Function grapher
    Maths Is Fun · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
    Use it for: Plot functions quickly.

Recognise quadratics and exponentials in real-life contexts

Stage 5 · Non-linear relationships A Draft mapping

Apply graphs of linear relationships to solve a corresponding linear equation using graphing applications

Stage 4 · Linear relationships Draft mapping

  • Interactive toolStarterEnrichment
    Desmos Graphing Calculator
    Desmos · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
    Use it for: Graph lines, parabolas and exponentials live; find intersections to solve simultaneous equations.
  • Interactive toolEnrichment
    GeoGebra Classic
    GeoGebra · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
    Use it for: Dynamic geometry and graphing for constructions and proofs.