MAP 8th Grade Math

A comprehensive course covering essential 8th grade math concepts to prepare students for high school and real-world problem solving.

Integers and Rational NumbersLinear Equations and FunctionsThe Coordinate Plane and Graphing
Systems of EquationsPythagorean Theorem and GeometryExponents and Scientific Notation
Budgeting and Financial LiteracyData Analysis and ProbabilityMath in Technology and Engineering
Breaking Down Word ProblemsChecking Your Work and Avoiding MistakesUsing Visuals and Tools
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Basic Concepts

The Coordinate Plane and Graphing

Navigating the Coordinate Plane

The coordinate plane is a grid formed by two perpendicular lines: the x-axis (horizontal) and the y-axis (vertical).

Plotting Points

Each point is represented as \((x, y)\), where \(x\) is the distance along the x-axis and \(y\) is the distance along the y-axis.

Graphing Lines

You can graph linear equations by plotting points that satisfy the equation and drawing a straight line through them.

Real-World Use

Maps, video games, and sports strategies often use coordinate planes to plot locations or movements.

Examples

  • Mapping your route from home to school using coordinates.

  • Plotting scores on a graph to see trends over time.

In a Nutshell

Using the coordinate plane to plot points and graph equations.

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Systems of Equations