Tap columns to plot a function from its table or rule, dial m and b to match a graph, and rebuild the faster of two functions given in different forms — the equation, table and rule stay live-linked to what you build.
One linear function appears as a table, a graph, an equation y = mx + b, and a verbal rule, and the player moves between them: tapping graph columns to plot a table or rule, dialing m and b until a live line passes through given points, and rebuilding whichever of two differently-represented functions has the greater rate of change. Every move updates the other representations live, so rate of change (m) and initial value (b) are read off each form rather than memorized as symbols. It targets the misconception that a table, a graph and an equation are three unrelated objects. Best for Grade 8 (8.F.2, 8.F.4).
A free, no-signup, no-ads math game for Grade 8 — practising linear-functions, rate-of-change, initial-value, slope-intercept, multiple-representations. Play in your browser on the KidsDoMath games hub or explore more Coordinates & Algebra games.
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What math does Function Translator practice? Function Translator practices Linear Functions, Rate of Change, Initial Value, Slope Intercept. One linear function appears as a table, a graph, an equation y = mx + b, and a verbal rule, and the player moves between them: tapping graph columns to plot a table or rule, dialing m and b until a live line passes through given points, and rebuilding whichever of two differently-represented functions has the greater rate of change.
What grade is Function Translator for? Function Translator is built for Grade 8 (ages 13–14). It sits in the Coordinates & Algebra strand, and it ramps across 8 levels so younger or older players find their own pace.
How do you play Function Translator? Tap columns to plot a function from its table or rule, dial m and b to match a graph, and rebuild the faster of two functions given in different forms — the equation, table and rule stay live-linked to what you build.
Is Function Translator free to play? Yes. Function Translator is free, with no ads and no sign-up, and it runs in the browser on a phone, tablet or computer.