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Support Identify the hyperbolic shape of a reciprocal graph

Resources for the prerequisite content of this dot point: earlier-stage (or earlier sub-level) dot points in the same strand that students usually need first. Use these to fill gaps before or alongside the core lesson.

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Prerequisite dot points

Simplify algebraic expressions involving algebraic fractions using factorisation

Stage 5 · Algebraic techniques C (Path) Draft mapping

Find points where a line intersects with a parabola, hyperbola or circle, both graphically and algebraically

Stage 5 · Non-linear relationships C (Path) Draft mapping

Use graphing applications to graph, compare and describe hyperbolic relationships of the form y = k/x for integer values of k

Stage 5 · Non-linear relationships C (Path) 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.
  • Corbettmaths practice questions: Types of graph: reciprocal
    Corbettmaths · Web page · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · Answers included, No prep, Printable
    Use it for: Free printable graded practice questions (with answers) on types of graph: reciprocal for drill or a quick check.
  • VideoStarter
    Corbettmaths video: Types of graph: reciprocal
    Corbettmaths · Video · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
    Use it for: Short worked-example video on types of graph: reciprocal to model the method before practice or for flipped revision.