Bring creativity into your Algebra classroom with this engaging Rational Functions Unit Concept Assessment! Students will work together to solve a problem in the context of opening a Lemonade Stand.

This math assessment is perfect for Algebra 2 or Pre-Calculus students. The project is designed with two components:

• Partner/Collaboration: Students will collaborate to understand the problem, create equations and a graph, and start to interpret the context.
  
• Individual Assessment: Students will work individually to build off of their group work by verifying their answers algebraically, explaining their process, and justifying their answers to show understanding.
  

What’s Included:

• Student instructions for both partner work and an individual assessment.
• Detailed rubric assessing mathematical accuracy, justification, and interpretation of the problem.
• Guided prompts for explaining key features of a rational function, like x-intercepts and asymptotes, etc.
• Reflection questions to assess conceptual understanding and metacognition

Skills Covered:

• Graphing rational functions
• Creating a rational equation that models a situation
• Finding key features of rational functions, like the asymptotes and roots
• Mathematical justification and written communication

Perfect for:

✔️ Unit concept assessments

✔️ End-of-unit projects

✔️ Collaborative learning activities

✔️ Distance learning or digital classrooms

✔️ Math enrichment or extension activities

Standards Alignment:

Aligned with High School Functions standards in Common Core and adaptable for various state standards.

✨ Why Teachers Love It:

This assessment enables students to demonstrate mathematical mastery and apply concepts learned in class in a student-centered manner, promoting critical thinking and peer collaboration. The combination of art and algebra makes the activity both memorable and reinforces key concepts.