Step 5 Objective

Generate coordinate pairs that satisfy a simple linear rule; plot the graphs of simple linear functions.


Examples of what pupils should know and be able to do

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Draw and recognise horizontal and vertical lines such as x = 1 or y = –2.
Generate and plot pairs of coordinates for graphs such as y = x + 1 or y = 2x.

Plot and interpret graphs such as y = x, y = 2x, y = x + 1 or y = x – 1.

Interpret points where two lines intersect.